
Norm
Typical Expectation
Reflects what's considered usual in a social context or situation.

Wearing a business suit is the norm for job interviews.
Implicitly Understood
Often not spoken about but understood by members of a certain group.

At the dinner table, it's the norm to not use phones.
Group Specific
What is a norm can vary significantly from one culture or group to another.

Bowing as a greeting is the norm in Japanese culture.
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