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
Alex Harring, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
But according to polling averages from Silver Bulletin, support for the Iran intervention has held at roughly 40 percent since the outset.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Pricing for each meal averages around $15.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The study looks at organic, regenerative, recycled and country averages for conventional cotton production systems, which Textile Exchange said provides a clearer picture of the associated environmental impact.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026
Pay averages just $15 per hour nationally, but varies by experience and location.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
As an out-of-network provider, reSTART’s rate averages about $1,000 per day, though the clinic encourages clients to check with their insurers to see what can be covered.
—Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026
RealClearPolitics averages show Talarico surging in the days following the interview, flipping from a deficit against Crockett in mid-February to a clear lead by the end of the month.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
Coverage limits for appliances average between $1,000 and $2,000, while coverage for home systems averages between $3,000 and $4,000.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Household income averages $168,679, and home values average $946,327.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Even with Tuesday's gains, the major averages still logged steep losses in March.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026
But according to polling averages from Silver Bulletin, support for the Iran intervention has held at roughly 40 percent since the outset.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Pricing for each meal averages around $15.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The study looks at organic, regenerative, recycled and country averages for conventional cotton production systems, which Textile Exchange said provides a clearer picture of the associated environmental impact.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026
Pay averages just $15 per hour nationally, but varies by experience and location.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
As an out-of-network provider, reSTART’s rate averages about $1,000 per day, though the clinic encourages clients to check with their insurers to see what can be covered.
—Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 24 Mar. 2026
RealClearPolitics averages show Talarico surging in the days following the interview, flipping from a deficit against Crockett in mid-February to a clear lead by the end of the month.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
Coverage limits for appliances average between $1,000 and $2,000, while coverage for home systems averages between $3,000 and $4,000.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
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.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Household income averages $168,679, and home values average $946,327.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for averages
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Until recently, the brash persona and policies—both domestic and foreign—that seemed to conflict with GOP norms set the president apart from his party predecessors.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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What's more, it has not been embraced by the courts or the legal norms of the country for 160 years.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Earlier this month, Frisco — which measures less than two square miles and has a population of about 3,000 — and those agencies worked out a plan for wildfire fuel reduction on national forest land.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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For vessels still carrying crude exports from the Gulf, accurate positioning data is crucial for mitigating risks of collisions or running aground when passing through the narrow Strait, which measures only 21 miles (33 km) at its narrowest, Kpler's Subasic said.—
Matthew Chin,
CNBC,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The coating equalizes the electrical charges to help prevent static.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 Dec. 2025
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The smartphone camera equalizes this.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Consumer advocates said the findings support SB 1076, a bill that would require insurers to offer coverage to homeowners who meet state fire safety standards.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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In response, rental companies are implementing stricter cleaning standards, higher security deposits, and more surveillance.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There’s not a nice one-to-one connection where El Niño equals wet winters in California and La Niña equals dry.—
Paul Rogers,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
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At a time major league owners would like you to believe market size equals destiny, the team with baseball’s longest postseason drought plays in the second-largest market in North America.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Unlike heavier foundations that can settle into fine lines or emphasize texture, this lightweight formula delivers sheer coverage that evens skin tone while doubling as daily sun protection, too.—
Olivia Cefalu,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
27 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Monday peaks close to seasonal normals in the 50s.—
Gregory Padgett,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Saturn reaches from there to sextile Pluto in your valuable 2nd house, which may narrow your focus toward material resources.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2026
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If the partnership reaches certain benchmarks, Uber will purchase 40,000 more Rivian vehicles in 2030.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Averages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/averages. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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