norm

Example Sentences

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Global imbalances were the norm not the exception.

From The Wall Street Journal

Working from home became the norm for millions during the pandemic.

From BBC

The researchers have made the eGFR distribution charts freely available to healthcare professionals and created an online calculator that shows where a patient falls within age-based population norms.

From Science Daily

With China’s nationwide averages at or above seasonal norms, demand for LNG for heating and power is likely to ease, reducing competition for Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal

Old habits die hard when winning becomes the norm, but sometimes key decisions are taken out of your hands.

From BBC