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 The topic might change, but the group’s focus has always been the same: to build understanding by listening to one another’s differences and finding common ground. Troy Aidan Sambajon, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 Oct. 2024 Their journey, much like a Borges story, takes a surreal turn that amplifies their differences until, in the tradition of a classic road movie, the two find common ground. Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Oct. 2024 As the journey takes a surreal turn, their differences magnify until, in the tradition of a classic road movie, the two ultimately find common ground. Leo Barraclough, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024 There were acknowledged common grounds, respectful arguments, and even some level of empathy for mutual failures. Julia Sonnevend, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for common ground 

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Word History

First Known Use

1570, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 13 Oct. 2024.

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