common ground
noun
Definition of common ground
: a basis of mutual interest or agreement
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Examples of common ground in a Sentence
Hunters and environmentalists found common ground in their opposition to the new law.
First Known Use of common ground
1809
COMMON GROUND Defined for English Language Learners
common ground
noun
Definition of common ground for English Language Learners
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: something that people agree about even if they disagree about other things
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