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par for the course
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used of a situation, outcome, or behavior that is considered typical, expected, or unsurprising given the circumstances
What is the origin of the idiom "par for the course" and when to use it?
The idiom "par for the course" has its origin in golf, where "par" represents the standard number of strokes that an expert golfer is expected to take to complete a specific hole or the entire course. Figuratively, this expression is used to describe a situation or outcome that is typical, usual, or expected based on prior experience.
Example
The long wait times at the doctor's office are par for the course, unfortunately.
Traffic jams during rush hour are par for the course in a busy city.
In a competitive industry, facing rejection and challenges is par for the course on the path to success.
Experiencing a few setbacks in a complex project is par for the course.
In this line of work, dealing with difficult clients is par for the course.
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