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par for the course

PAR for thuh KORS

pɑːr fɔːr ðə kɔːrs

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Syllable breakdown

parforthecourse

Dictionary meaning

Typical or expected in a given situation.

Examples

  • Late deliveries are par for the course during the holiday season.

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