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What does "norms" mean here?

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Rebecca

The word "norms" means a pattern, behaviour or expectation that is regarded as typical or that is seen as "acceptable" or "right" according to some group. In this case the group "global" means the world or society. Ex: These days families where both parents work is the norm. Ex: We all have to live our lives according to social norms.

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