arithmetic means

noun

plural of arithmetic mean
as in averages

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  1. averages
  2. means
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  • With the major averages wrapping up Friday near record highs, attention is turning to whether the catalysts that fueled the rally can continue to drive gains.
    — Justina Lee,Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Using our research averages as an example, if your firm went from 24 hours to 14 across 91 proposals a year at $200 an hour, that's over $180,000 in recoverable capacity.
    — Mark Orttung, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
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  • With an international wedding on the horizon, old friendships are tested, relationships evolve, and everyone is forced to confront what growing up really means.
    — Peter White, Deadline, 31 July 2026
  • Many of her events cost $15 or less, and Torres offers discounts or other financial support for women who want to attend but don’t have the financial means to.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
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