in common
Idioms-
Shared characteristics, as in One of the few things John and Mary have in common is a love of music . [Mid-1600s]
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Held equally, in joint possession or use, as in This land is held in common by all the neighbors . [Late 1300s]
Example Sentences
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Vertical Aerospace announced new funding, including $50 million in common stock, up to $50 million in debt, and a $500 million equity line of credit.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Today’s red-pilled men would find much in common with Soames’ worldview, while women may recognize him as a bouquet of red flags wrapped in a bespoke suit.
From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026
What do the Swedish city of Jönköping, Atlanta in the US and Birmingham all have in common?
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
Mavis and I oddly have a lot in common.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
Even though my immoral behavior was still a secret, Ma was right that our two families had something in common.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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