1525–35; translation of Latin sēnsus commūnis, itself translation of Greek koinḕ aísthēsis
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Pretty basic stuff, and statements in line with the values and common sense of the majority of Californians Hilton says he will represent.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Yet Mr. Trump makes a distinction between conservatism and common sense.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
"Since it has become impossible to celebrate a match without descending into riots, the only common sense response is a new doctrine: 'zero gatherings'," it demanded.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
There are always threads of truth in arguments like these — enough to make ageism sound like common sense.
From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026
A bit of common sense is overdue in public discussions about racial bias in the criminal justice system.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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