ordinary point
Americannoun
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The conventional wisdom is that an ace is worth more than an ordinary point because a server can save energy, stay in rhythm and psychologically wound the opponent.
From New York Times • Aug. 24, 2014
And I am bound to say it appeared a very pertinent one, from the ordinary point of view.
From Seen and Unseen by Bates, E. Katharine
The most real, tangible, sensible substance from an ordinary point of view being.
From The Continental Monthly, Vol 6, No 5, November 1864 Devoted To Literature And National Policy by Various
Surely that is an ordinary point of view," said Fuchsia, "and talking of evil deeds, such as big and little lies—murder—robbery—fraud, does anyone think there is real harm in smuggling?
From The Road to Mandalay A Tale of Burma by Croker, B. M. (Bithia Mary)
In general, the ordinary point of the advance guard and flankers will suffice.
From Cavalry in Future Wars by Goldman, Charles Sydney
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