mediocrity

Fiercely dedicated to his goals, Dobbins “doesn’t accept mediocrity,” his former position coach added.

In contrast to the clear identity Chelsea have quickly acquired under Enzo Maresca, all patience and possession, United look like an unconvincing collection of individuals who are banking on moments to rescue them from mediocrity.

The Chargers, who were embarrassed by their AFC West rivals the previous year, became the suddenly emboldened worm, making an early declaration that they were turning the franchise’s reputation of mediocrity around.

Bullying as overcompensation for obvious insecurity and resentment that the world does not view their mediocrity as excellence?

After watching her first Australian tour in 1990, the Sydney Morning Herald declared: "It is amazing how successful mediocrity can become."