par for the course

Example Sentences

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Losses are par for the course in the quantum sector, but Quantinuum’s revenue actually declined in the latest quarter while its losses ballooned.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“That particular fantasy is par for the course in this city,” she says, though she’s not above it.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Those tales are all par for the course at this point.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

And while that should be seen as par for the course, McCullum and Brook also deserve credit for their tactical calls on this trip.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

“This castle, though, sounds pretty much par for the course for us. So, I guess we know where we’re going next.”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley