law of averages

Example Sentences

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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

The law of averages suggests, after getting so many decisions wrong, they are scheduled to get one right and must hope the arrival of the highly regarded former Spurs manager is exactly that.

From BBC • May 29, 2023

Followers of the law of averages and veterans of many Octobers suspect the streak will not long persist.

From Washington Post • Oct. 16, 2021

Would the law of averages catch up to him?

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier