law of averages
Example Sentences
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I went with the law of averages when I picked a Newcastle home victory last week, so hopefully the same method will work again with Chelsea this time.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2024
“But over time, the law of averages plays out. You get what you deserve. The hockey gods know that.”
From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2023
“It’s been a little bit tougher for me this year. Hopefully the law of averages says it’s going to get a little better.”
From Washington Times • Jun. 1, 2023
Followers of the law of averages and veterans of many Octobers suspect the streak will not long persist.
From Washington Post • Oct. 16, 2021
Would the law of averages catch up to him?
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
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