fair share

noun

: a reasonable amount
He gets his fair share of attention, too.

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Vinson has done his fair share of advocacy for a rec center in the community. Briah Lumpkins, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2025 While Terence Steele has had his fair share of ups-and-downs in recent years, the coaching change should benefit his growth with a bigger emphasis on offensive line play and strengths that play into his skill set. Nick Harris july 7, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2025 Howard Ehrman has seen his fair share of gruesome sights in his 56 years as a physician. Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025 Working together cooperatively on the division of assets and making decisions with a level head will help both of you walk away with your fair share and a clearer path forward. Amy Wagner, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fair share

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“Fair share.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fair%20share. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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