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1nor·mal Listen to audio/ˈnoɚməl/ adjective
[more normal; most normal] 1 : usual or ordinary : not strange
a normal day He had a normal childhood. These little setbacks are a normal part of life. Our normal [=regular] business hours are from nine to five. a potato twice as big as normal size Despite her illness, she was able to lead a normal life. Under/In normal circumstances [=normally, usually], this wouldn't be a problem.
2 : mentally and physically healthy
They had a normal, healthy baby. Normal people don't react that way. It's (perfectly) normal to feel that way. After being very ill, he is finally back to his normal self. [=he is feeling better]
— nor·mal·ly adverb
The drug is normally used for depression. Rainfall amounts are higher than would normally be expected. Normally, I would say no, but this time I'll make an exception. The dog is not behaving normally.

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