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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Always remember, relationships are give and take, and this first networking event is about finding common ground. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The palace agreed to a 12-month review of the decision, to see if some common ground could be reached. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 July 2026

The little church's success also highlights a patch of common ground in American healthcare — the widespread frustration shared across the political spectrum that so many patients are ending up in debt. — Noam Levey, NPR, 28 June 2026

But Seattle officials and its soccer community say this distinctive pairing is an opportunity to showcase the city’s inclusivity as well as the common ground that can be found at the World Cup. — Hallie Golden, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1570, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for common ground

• aboveground
• battleground
• belowground
• paperbound
• turnaround
• ultrasound
• underground
• wraparound
• abound
• aground
• around
• astound