Definition of normalizenext

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Recent Examples of normalize Impressively, the growth occurred during a period when revenue appeared flat due to normalizing post-pandemic energy pass-through adjustments. — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026 Wearable trackers from companies like Oura and Whoop normalized the idea of monitoring rest. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026 Psyllium is safe and effective for improving IBS symptoms by normalizing stool and reducing gas. — Melissa Fiorenza, HEALTH, 11 Sep. 2026 These things have been completely normalized by the international media by the mere fact that Israel has been doing them every single day for so long. — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for normalize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for normalize
standardize
Verb
  • While pilots and instructors stress standardizing procedures and flight paths, news incidents such as police chases, fires and crashes force pilots into new conditions during every flight.
    — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Gold bullion coins are government-issued, standardized in weight and purity and recognized by dealers worldwide.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2026

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“Normalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/normalize. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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