average
noun
a quantity, rating, or the like that represents or approximates an arithmetic mean.
has been averaging
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present perfect progressiveof average (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Now Maguire fears plans to use her earlier grades to arrive at her final degree grade will not reflect her final-year work, for which she has been averaging first-class scores.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
El Paso has been averaging about 2,500 new arrivals in recent days, overwhelming existing infrastructure.
From New York Times ● Dec. 21, 2022
In June, California was averaging about 200 deaths a week; in July so far, the state has been averaging about 260 deaths a week.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2022
Passenger traffic has been averaging about 89% of the pre-pandemic levels since mid-February, according to official data.
From Reuters ● Apr. 19, 2022
The medium and minimum security prison can house up to 2,300 but has been averaging about 1,800 for months.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 2, 2022
