common denominator
noun
1
: a common multiple of the denominators of a number of fractions
2
: a common trait or theme
Examples of common denominator in a Sentence
Drugs seem to be the common denominator in these crimes.
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Declining growth in the fashion division and the Asia-Japan geography seems to be a common denominator for both luxury groups, but these results signal a downturn that is persistent and increasingly difficult to dismiss, likely hinting to a deeper issue.
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Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
But the Knicks have weathered one too many slow starts not to consider a change to the only common denominator in those early holes.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 May 2025
The common denominators are seasonal ingredients handled with care and artisanal producers at the top of their game.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2025
The common denominator between them is that the threat actor seeks to induce the victim to make a payment or provide Amazon credentials, the latter leading to a Prime account takeover and all that entails.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
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Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
But the Knicks have weathered one too many slow starts not to consider a change to the only common denominator in those early holes.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 24 May 2025
The common denominators are seasonal ingredients handled with care and artisanal producers at the top of their game.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2025
The common denominator between them is that the threat actor seeks to induce the victim to make a payment or provide Amazon credentials, the latter leading to a Prime account takeover and all that entails.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for common denominator
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“Common denominator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/common%20denominator. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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