common knowledge

noun

1. something widely or generally known

Example Sentences

It’s been common knowledge since his first #1 hit in 1963.

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As we approach the 250th anniversary of this nation’s birth, it ought to be common knowledge that putting the National Guard into the center of turmoil is not to be taken at all lightly.

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We don't know who that was but it's common knowledge that former prime ministers can be protected long after they have left office.

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"Their passports are confiscated when they get to South Africa… It is common knowledge that these young boys are being abused," Mr Sefuli says.

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“It needs to be common knowledge what the consequences of these actions will be, even for people who think they aren’t going to be impacted,” Love said.

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Related Words

• modern 
• ongoing 
• present 
• prevailing