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customary

[kuhs-tuh-mer-ee] / ˈkʌs təˌmɛr i /


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But there is not a clear understanding of what constitutes a customary level of service.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

A tighter job market means those customary annual pay increases might not happen this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

As is customary for the Belgian label, many of its models wore boots with their outfits on the catwalk.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Customers who truly value the service often leave more than the customary amount.

From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026

She wishes me a good morning with the customary sleep-related questions, to which I mumble partial answers.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper




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