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new normal

American

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

noun

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.

Etymology

Origin of new normal

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

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Stall is “the new normal for many,” Kamath said, and individuals should expect it and try to prevent it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

In this new normal, Melius Research analyst James West argues that supermajors like Chevron are best positioned to take advantage, as they can quickly ramp up exploration, bolstered by strong balance sheets.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Here’s the tough news: This could be the new normal for a while.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Bisaria describes the post-conflict environment as "a new normal with some degree of strategic ambiguity".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

It’d be good to go again, to create a new normal, to help us move on, even if Khalid won’t be with us.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender

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