the norm

noun

1

: an average level of development or achievement

She scored well above/below the norm in math.

2

: something (such as a behavior or way of doing something) that is usual or expected

Smaller families have become the norm.

Examples of the norm in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So when the idea of making fan ownership the norm in Britain began being floated by politicians the Catalans were frequently the example cited by leaders and the media. —Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2024

Almost thirty years later, on-demand TV shows, movies — and yes, comics — are the norm. —Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Sep. 2024

Yet since then, rapidly intensifying storms have seemingly become the norm there. —Andrew Freedman, Axios, 27 Sep. 2024

Changing the norm of how husbands, fathers, and even #girldads are supposed to behave, young dads like Wilds offer He For She allyship and equitable participation models that are worth celebrating on Family Day. —Nafeesah Allen, Parents, 23 Sep. 2024