common ground

noun

: a basis of mutual interest or agreement

Examples of common ground in a Sentence

Hunters and environmentalists found common ground in their opposition to the new law.
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Silent Republicans Since arriving in Washington in January, Gray has sought common ground with Republicans. David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 26 Sep. 2025 And who knows, there might also be some common ground to discover. Mark Waller, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2025 To censor the very voices trying to find common ground and express their humanity, is wrong, ineffective, and a form of collective punishment. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025 But despite his testy exterior, Quincy and Maggie (Kohan) might find common ground, and could learn from one another’s experiences. Denise Petski, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for common ground

Word History

First Known Use

1570, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of common ground was in 1570

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“Common ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/common%20ground. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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