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as in median
being about midway between extremes of amount or size
since a Chihuahua seems as impractical as a Saint Bernard, let's get a dog of more average dimensions
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as in normal
being of the type that is encountered in the normal course of events
just an average day at the office
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as in typical
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
the company's marketing people want to interview average teenagers to see what kinds of clothes appeal to them
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as in norm
what is typical of a group, class, or series
my cat's a cut above the average when it comes to being a finicky eater
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as in to measure
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as in to equalize
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Recent Examples of average
Brandi D. Addison, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Unfortunately for him, only two defenses average more pressures per game than Steve Spagnuolo’s Chiefs.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Oct. 2025
Sales in 2024 reached 10 million Thai baht, or $305,000, a figure that is significant when compared to an average monthly salary of around 15,600 Thai baht, or $475, according to 2025 data from Thailand’s National Statistical Office.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Matt Egan, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
The miniseries pulled in an average of 14 million viewers a night—more than double the viewership of Jimmy Kimmel’s recent episode returning from his suspension.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
When ocean temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific are close to average — not unusually warm like El Niño or unusually cool like La Niña — scientists call it ENSO neutral.
—Brandi D. Addison, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Unfortunately for him, only two defenses average more pressures per game than Steve Spagnuolo’s Chiefs.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
The average 2025 Camry owner in Tennessee will have to refuel roughly 18 times a year based on the average annual driving range.
—Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Oct. 2025
Sales in 2024 reached 10 million Thai baht, or $305,000, a figure that is significant when compared to an average monthly salary of around 15,600 Thai baht, or $475, according to 2025 data from Thailand’s National Statistical Office.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
That’s down from a year ago but above the long-term average.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
The miniseries pulled in an average of 14 million viewers a night—more than double the viewership of Jimmy Kimmel’s recent episode returning from his suspension.
—Carlo Versano, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for average
Adjective
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With a median home price of $645,000, according to Zillow, a mix of condo high-rises and historic brownstones make up the walkable neighborhood, which features numerous parks and a Hudson River waterfront pathway offering skyline views of lower Manhattan.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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Also eligible will be people earning less than 60% of the state’s median income — or less than $3,170 per month for a one-person household and $6,096 per month for a four-person household.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
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The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts near-to-above normal snowfall on the Ohio Valley's eastern side, which includes Pittsburgh and Charleston, South Carolina, and a below-normal amount on the western side, near the southern tip of Illinois.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
21 Oct. 2025
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Those in the control group were simply asked to maintain their normal daily activities throughout the study and were not assigned any strength programming.—
Peter Mason,
Outside,
21 Oct. 2025
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Fans at the 1,860-capacity venue left their typical symphony attire hanging in their closets.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
23 Oct. 2025
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Burbank added that a typical zone 2 session lasts about 30 minutes, but can extend to 120 minutes depending on your training goals.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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Zack Barnes, a professor of education and former middle school teacher, said initiatives that motivate children to read widely—especially books that challenge norms—can be critical for development.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Each order, each speech, each threat against democratic norms is a stress test.—
Jason M. Blazakis,
Mercury News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Venture capital performance may be measured in ten-year chunks, but only an elite club of firms can claim to have stayed consistent—let alone functional—for anywhere close to that timeframe.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Cotton Incorporated Lifestyle Monitor™ Survey is an ongoing research program that measures consumer attitudes and behaviors relating to apparel, shopping, fashion, sustainability, and more.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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However, his two goals on Tuesday weren’t enough to secure a win for his nation, with Magyars midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai equalizing in stoppage time in the 91st minute.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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After an early goal from Lyonnes, who are eight-time Champions League winners and 18-time French league title holders, PSG equalized with a converted penalty in the 33rd minute to level the two sides heading into halftime.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Chelsea have had their fair share of entertainers since making their debut in the tournament — the individuals who can just do something out of the ordinary to make everyone realise they are being treated to a game at the highest level.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The climate research nonprofit Climate Central now hosts the database and makes this information available to insurers, policy makers, broadcast meteorologists and ordinary citizens.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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In addition to her more standard posts, she's also opened up about her grieving process, sharing updates on her therapy and coping journeys.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Buck Mason’s Loomstate selvedge cowboy cut jeans have a higher rise than the standard fit, giving you a more Western style.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Average.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/average. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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