law of averages

Example Sentences

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They’ve struggled of late which means law of averages, that’s going to flip.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

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

Still, the law of averages would suggest that, after jumping from 60 points one year to 100 to the next without a ton of significant additions, Seattle might drop off.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 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

Would the law of averages catch up to him?

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier