normal

new normal

A previously unusual occurrence that has become commonplace. High unemployment rates have become the new normal due to the country's economic strife. Coming home to an empty house is the new normal now that the kids have gone off to college.

under normal circumstances

Fig. normally; usually; typically. "We'd be able to keep the dog at home under normal circumstances," said Mary to the vet. "Under normal circumstances you'd be able to return to work in a week," explained the doctor.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Abner	AB-nər (English)	English, Biblical, Biblical Latin
Killian	-	Irish, French
Yahui	-	Chinese
Kawacatoose	-	Native American, Cree
Anna	['ænə]
Makar	-	Russian