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subpar

[suhb-pahr] / sʌbˈpɑr /
ADJECTIVE
below average
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
above average




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The Chargers expect big things out of McDaniel’s offense after they averaged a subpar 21.6 points per game in 2025.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2026

The gap between the market’s earnings yield and bond yields has narrowed, a measure that has at times predicted subpar stock returns.

From The Wall Street Journal May 26, 2026

While the Transportation Department doesn’t explicitly state that passengers should be compensated for subpar flight experiences, travelers like Monique believe that requests for such compensation are warranted.

From MarketWatch Apr. 10, 2026

The Occidental underperformance highlights Berkshire’s generally subpar U.S. stock picking—new buys and sells—over the past six or seven years.

From Barron's Mar. 19, 2026

“Yeah,” Lydia said, “but another year is a long time to eat subpar pizza.”

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner




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