the norm

noun

1

: an average level of development or achievement

She scored well above/below the norm in math.

2

: something (such as a behavior or way of doing something) that is usual or expected

Smaller families have become the norm.

Examples of the norm in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Iced water bottles have become the norm, and runners are now asking for more than one to stay cool. —Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025

As school systems recalibrate how young people relate to their devices, forward-thinking business leaders can mirror this shift by creating environments where deep thinking, self-reflection and regulation, and authentic collaboration are once again the norm. —Elan Gepner-Dales, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025

Tariffs and slower economic growth have reportedly affected the adoption rate of AI PCs, though Gartner says that by 2029, these devices will be the norm among hardware providers including HP and Dell. —John Kell, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2025

Celebrity Cruises On Europe’s rivers, uniformity is the norm. —David Nikel, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for the norm

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