plural stats
: statistic
If he keeps this pace, the incredible Nikola Jokic, at least according to one stat, will have the greatest offensive season in NBA history.—
Jerry Schemmel
—usually used in pluralJerry Schemmel… journals that keep track of your progress by converting your stats into charts.—Vicki Woods
Vicki Woods… stats demonstrating stark economic disparities …—Tim McDonnell
Tim McDonnell… knew the stats of every Brooklyn Dodgers game.—S. L. Price
S. L. Price
: without delay : immediately
get a doctor stat
1
: stabilizing agent or device
thermostat
2
: instrument for reflecting (something specified) constantly in one direction
heliostat
3
: agent causing inhibition of growth without destruction
bacteriostat
Examples of stat in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebJennie Punter, Variety, 16 May 2024
There are far bigger stats, though, that explain Clark’s game and massive influence.
—Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2024
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Noun
Popular on Variety On the surface, Quebec’s hardy production ecosystem and pre-strike financial stats have been signaling a smooth ride ahead.
—Jennie Punter, Variety, 16 May 2024
There are far bigger stats, though, that explain Clark’s game and massive influence.
—Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2024
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“Stat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stat. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
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