have/share (something) in common

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: to have (a feature or characteristic) which is shared
Intersecting lines have one point in common.
The cameras share some basic features in common.
The two cultures have a lot in common (with each other).

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What all of these people and organizations have in common is the desire to create something truly unique together. Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025 What do Positano reservationists have in common with Portobello Road antiques dealers? Ashley Baker, Air Mail, 31 May 2025 One thing Nicky and Chloe share in common is their love for Ethan. Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025 Jeff Davine West Hills Pitching blues What do Tony Gonsolin, Blake Snell, Blake Treinen, Tyler Glasnow and Dustin May have in common? Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for have/share (something) in common

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“Have/share (something) in common.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/have%2Fshare%20%28something%29%20in%20common. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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