common knowledge
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Many of the allegations that resurfaced this week were common knowledge , which has left some wondering why ABC chose to risk casting Paul.
From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026
“It’s another piece of the puzzle that tells you the AI theme is common knowledge and thus it’s hard to understand how there could be alpha remaining in something like long Nvidia.”
From MarketWatch • Dec. 11, 2025
As it turned out, the beehive ban was not common knowledge, even to the beekeepers association, said its president, Cheryl Koeller, in an email.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025
Because common knowledge about pelvic health is low, with many patients feeling uncomfortable openly discussing this area of the body, the gravity of pelvic issues often goes overlooked.
From Slate • Oct. 6, 2025
In a field report, an agent from the bureau observed, “It is a matter of common knowledge that Rose...was of a violent and jealous disposition.”
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
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