average
noun
a quantity, rating, or the like that represents or approximates an arithmetic mean.
averaging
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present participleof average.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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That said, in comparison to last term, which was overseen by Rodgers, Nancy and O'Neill, Celtic's Premiership numbers show they are currently averaging a far better goal concession rate while scoring and shooting more.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
The benefit is fairly modest, averaging about $9,000 per child annually, in a country where childcare costs can exceed $30,000 a year.
From Slate ● Sep. 14, 2026
This month, as intensification of the Iran conflict pushed energy prices higher, gasoline prices have risen further, with regular averaging $4.30 on Friday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Diesel, the fuel of choice for heavy-duty commercial trucks, is averaging $5.62 a gallon nationwide, compared with an average of $5.30 a gallon just a month ago, according to AAA.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 28, 2026
We were averaging ten bushels of oysters a day.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
