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average

[av-er-ij, av-rij] / ˈæv ər ɪdʒ, ˈæv rɪdʒ /




VERB
obtain numerical mean
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According to Cox Automotive, the average transaction price for a new EV in the U.S. is $55,000, compared with $49,000 for a gas-powered vehicle.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Dadhania highlighted Nike’s risk of losing market share because of its outlook for revenue growth of just 3% – lower than an unweighted sector average of 6%.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Through the end of March, valuations of software companies held by private equity firms declined roughly 8% on average, it adds, citing data from MSCI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Wall Street analysts expect earnings to grow 20% in 2026 and 33% in 2027, with an average price target of $77 for the stock—about 33% above the current level.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

On average, two neutrons break away from each uranium atom that splits.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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