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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Other responses to BBC Wales' research suggested that many schools have different rules for sixth formers, who are often allowed to use phones in common rooms or specified areas, but not usually in corridors.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
One thing both companies have in common, though, is a plan to use artificial intelligence to boost profit margins.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
What Lindsey Graham now has in common with Lindsay Lohan.
From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026
We have a lot more in common than I ever thought.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Besides basketball, it was the only thing they had in common.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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