as in middle
a middle point between extremes
when it comes to money, the golden mean is saving some income, while giving yourself a modest spending allowance
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Cake Topping and assembly Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 325°.
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Then, there's the USMNT's stunning run so far — rekindling hope and excitement for fans at home after years of finishing middle of the pack on the global stage.
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At the moment, Congress is having a terrible time deciding how to levy taxes, go to war, protect Social Security, confirm judges and live within its means.
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Even a ceremony of modest means involves a financial output for a ceremony venue, the bride’s dress, and more.
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“Golden mean.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/golden%20mean. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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