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typical
01
having or showing the usual qualities of a particular group of people or things
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most typical
Comparative
more typical
gradable
Examples
It's typical for toddlers to start walking between the ages of 9 and 15 months.
02
representing the usual characteristics of a person, thing, or group
Examples
His punctuality is typical of a professional.
03
expressing annoyance at behavior that is expected but also slightly irritating
Informal
Examples
He's already telling dad jokes—typical.
04
highlighting behavior or actions that are characteristic or expected of a particular person
Informal
Examples
She missed the bus again—typical Sarah.
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antitypical
typicality
typically
typical
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