new normal

American  

[noo nawr-muhl, nyoo] / ˈnu ˈnɔr məl, ˈnyu /

noun

1. a current situation, social custom, etc., that is different from what has been experienced or done before but is expected to become usual or typical.

   We are facing a new normal that includes raging forest fires and prolonged drought.

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Etymology

Origin of new normal

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

“It’s way too early to tell what the new normal is because we’ve just exited the roller-coaster ride.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Signs of a fearful new normal are all over the school.

From Los Angeles Times

In spite of the submissions still coming into his mailbox from his now 130,000 followers, he doesn't post as much anymore and has largely resigned himself to the new normal of life online.

From BBC

Since then, Chicago and specifically its Hispanic neighbourhoods have had to adjust to a new normal.

From BBC

Despite the uncertainty, families, businesses and community members remain committed to adapting and persevering in the new normal.

From BBC