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
Rachael Seidler, The Conversation, 11 Feb. 2026
Stock futures are ticking higher this morning after the three major averages posted a mixed session.
—Josephine Rozzelle, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
With these being averages, however, buyers may be able to find rates between half a percentage point and a full percentage point lower by shopping around online now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
The season averages still reflect the learning curve.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
Annual precipitation along the Front Range averages around 15 inches, including both rain and snow.
—Mike Coffman, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Normal temperatures for mid-February, calculated as 30-year averages, would usually be closer to 60 degrees.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
The goal is to get a better sense of how different groups are faring, trends that can be shrouded by nationwide averages.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Experts say a lingering cold air mass across the Midwest could keep temperatures below historical averages well into early spring.
—Brandi D. Addison, IndyStar, 3 Feb. 2026
Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
These opposing patterns cancel each other out in whole brain averages, which explains why earlier studies missed them.
—Rachael Seidler, The Conversation, 11 Feb. 2026
Stock futures are ticking higher this morning after the three major averages posted a mixed session.
—Josephine Rozzelle, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
With these being averages, however, buyers may be able to find rates between half a percentage point and a full percentage point lower by shopping around online now.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
The season averages still reflect the learning curve.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
Annual precipitation along the Front Range averages around 15 inches, including both rain and snow.
—Mike Coffman, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026
Normal temperatures for mid-February, calculated as 30-year averages, would usually be closer to 60 degrees.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
The goal is to get a better sense of how different groups are faring, trends that can be shrouded by nationwide averages.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Experts say a lingering cold air mass across the Midwest could keep temperatures below historical averages well into early spring.
—Brandi D. Addison, IndyStar, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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Bondi's turbulent first year at DOJ The attorney general's appearance before the committee comes one year into her tenure atop the Justice Department, a tumultuous period marked by a striking departure from the traditions and norms that have guided the department for decades.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2026
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There were 57% of students in kindergarten through third grade that met or exceeded grade-level norms on the middle-of-year MAP test in math this year — the same percentage for reading across the same grade levels.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The bag measures about 20 inches tall, 13 inches wide, and nine inches deep, which fits within most airlines’ carry-on size requirements.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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My nurse practitioner ordered a PSA test, or protein specific antigen, which measures a chemical produced by the prostate in your bloodstream.—
Jerry McCormick,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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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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The surveys show widespread skepticism that governments can really fix problems like the affordability crisis, rising inequality, declining upward mobility, and stagnating or declining living standards.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Tesla’s questionable qualifications To qualify for a voucher, manufacturers must obtain a zero-emission powertrain certification showing the vehicle meets certain performance standards.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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But the idea that chocolate equals romance isn't accidental.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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For Spotify, though, the basic math there is that a million streams equals $3,000.—
Marah Eakin,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 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
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Temperatures will be close to climatological normals for mid-January, ranging from 58 degrees to 65 degrees.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Jan. 2026
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The surge of metal into the US pushed the London market into a full blown squeeze in October, and borrowing costs there still remain well above their normals levels of close to zero.—
Jack Ryan,
Bloomberg,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The most iconic highway in the country reaches its centennial this year – and travelers are ready to celebrate with an epic road trip.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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In one picture, a slim teen-ager reaches over tentatively, tenderly, to peel a bandage off another boy’s bare thigh, a moment both touching and wonderfully matter-of-fact.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Averages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/averages. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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