average
noun
a quantity, rating, or the like that represents or approximates an arithmetic mean.
had been averaging
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past perfect progressiveof average.past perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that was ongoing continuously in the past up until another past event interrupted it.
Example Sentences
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Hachimura, who finished with six points and four rebounds Tuesday, had been averaging a career-high 15.8 points on sizzling 57.7% shooting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 19, 2025
Before the pandemic, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra had been averaging houses just over 70 percent.
From New York Times ● May 23, 2023
He had been averaging 22 points in his last seven games.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 16, 2023
Both teams had been averaging about 80 points per game.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 5, 2022
Vinny Dawson had been averaging 250 passing yards a game.
From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely
