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average

Definition for average

adjective as in numerical mean

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median

Strong matches

intermediate, medium, middle

noun as in normal, typical amount

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median, standard

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mean, medium, middle, midpoint, norm, par, rule

Weak match

usual

verb as in obtain numerical mean

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balance, equate

Weak match

even out

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But his teams are known for being well-rounded — James Madison averages 37.8 points, ranking No. 10 nationally, while giving up 16 points, also ranking No. 10.

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Researchers have also estimated how much each fruit species contributes to the overall diet at each site, which allowed the Berkeley team to calculate an average daily intake of ethanol from food.

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This adolescent period lasts much longer than expected, continuing until roughly age 32 on average.

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The price represents a roughly 30% premium to its average closing price over the past 30 days, the mattress maker added.

Australia's batters average just 27.65 across their eight Tests this year.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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