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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a mean" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing averages, particularly in mathematics or statistics, or to describe someone's behavior as unkind or harsh.
Example: "In statistics, a mean is calculated by adding all the values and dividing by the number of values."
Alternatives: "an average" or "a median".
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Not a mean one.
She does a mean red.
That's a mean, mean man.
He makes a mean chowder.
It's called a Mean Machine.
"They're a mean, rough group.
"I'm a mean guy".
It's a mean business.
She has a mean right hook.
A mean show, as these things go.
A mean man or the dream man!
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com