as in norms
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 measures
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as in equalizes
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Recent Examples of averages
Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
5 July 2026
The averages will be used to establish a minimum offering price, according to Post-Tribune archives.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2026
The Fourth of July weekend will be mostly clear with temperatures close to seasonal averages across San Diego County.
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Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
However, the statistical aspects of the atmosphere such as averages, maxima, minimum, frequency, ranges, and so forth are climate.
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Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Heat illness risk shown below is based on analysis of 20-year historical averages, published before the start of the World Cup.
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Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
1 July 2026
His regular-season 17-game averages are nothing to overlook.
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Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Sunday, June 28, appears to be the coldest day as afternoon readings will be around 20 degrees below seasonal averages.
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Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Fort Worth Independent School District students showed improvement on spring 2026 STAAR exams across nearly all grade levels in reading and math, though the district still trails statewide averages.
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Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 June 2026
Daniel De Visé,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
The 100-year-old system averages nine breaks for every 100 miles of water main, which beats the industry average of about 12 breaks, said Graeme Chaple, distribution division manager for SPRWS.
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Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
As a result, the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) and VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) have now traded to within a few percentage points of their 50-day moving averages.
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Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
5 July 2026
The averages will be used to establish a minimum offering price, according to Post-Tribune archives.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2026
The Fourth of July weekend will be mostly clear with temperatures close to seasonal averages across San Diego County.
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Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
However, the statistical aspects of the atmosphere such as averages, maxima, minimum, frequency, ranges, and so forth are climate.
—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Heat illness risk shown below is based on analysis of 20-year historical averages, published before the start of the World Cup.
—
Rebecca Hersher,
NPR,
1 July 2026
His regular-season 17-game averages are nothing to overlook.
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Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Sunday, June 28, appears to be the coldest day as afternoon readings will be around 20 degrees below seasonal averages.
—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Fort Worth Independent School District students showed improvement on spring 2026 STAAR exams across nearly all grade levels in reading and math, though the district still trails statewide averages.
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Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 June 2026
Verb
Retirement income averages $531,000 and expenses average $772,000.
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Daniel De Visé,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
The 100-year-old system averages nine breaks for every 100 miles of water main, which beats the industry average of about 12 breaks, said Graeme Chaple, distribution division manager for SPRWS.
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Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for averages
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Quakers were countercultural from the start, seeing women as having spiritual authority equal to men, challenging gender norms of the time, refusing to bear arms and committing to non-violence.
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The answer is to design new workplace norms that treat connection as a core part of how work gets done.
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The 230-meter-long (754-foot-long) vessel is now operating with a rigid wing sail system called the Wing560, which measures 46 meters (150 feet) in height and 14 meters (45 feet) in width.
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Foley says the dispatch center continuously measures electrical demand and balances it with available supply.
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The global process of buying and selling equalizes prices worldwide.
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The coating equalizes the electrical charges to help prevent static.
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The next step in the process involves the city drafting a redevelopment plan outlining development standards before holding public hearings and seeking additional approvals.
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If an employer chooses to grant recognition, no election takes place, and the parties begin bargaining a contract that sets standards for wages, working conditions and benefits.
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And the 2 million square feet in the complex equals seven Empire State buildings in New York City, said Chuck Kilroy of Delaware North, the casino project consultant.
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Sword fighting plus cape plus Francophilia plus hometown pride equals yes, please.
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While beloved for their loose powders (which Bieber uses), Laura Mercier’s tinted moisturizer is equally as impressive for its lightweight, buildable coverage that evens and blurs skin without contributing to sweat and oil in warm weather.
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Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin B5, the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
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Monday peaks close to seasonal normals in the 50s.
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Once this storm heads east by Thursday afternoon, cooler and drier weather will filter in with temperatures closer to our March normals of 50 degrees and 71 degrees.
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Whenever someone reaches the top of the 25-meter (82-feet) cliff — often for the first time — spectators, instructors and climbers break into applause.
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Assuming the FieldSpork reaches production, a pledge of US$109 will get you one.
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“Averages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/averages. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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