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average

[av-er-ij, av-rij] / ˈæv ər ɪdʒ, ˈæv rɪdʒ /




VERB
obtain numerical mean
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The spread on Meta bonds is slightly above that average.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Treasurys is still below that of the average investment-grade corporate bond.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The average wait for practical driving tests across Britain are longer than five months.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Despite an 11% stock dip since mid-May, analysts project a $1,095 average price target, over 12% above current levels.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

He proceeded cautiously: “She… looks… like your average badger.”

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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