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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The writing has something in common with Annie Ernaux’s unsparing ethnological studies, except that Ms. Riley’s book consists of a patchwork of narratives whose thematic connections are only subtly suggested.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
We met on Hinge and found out we had plenty in common.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Are you tenants in common, where one party can leave their share to a third party?
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
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
Cat thought back to the day she arrived—when she decided she and Macon would never have anything in common.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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