in common

phrase

: shared together
has a lot in common with his neighbors

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Two thrillers, unalike in style and attitude yet with much in common, arrive Wednesday to television. Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 The two mega-cap companies are primarily known for businesses that have little in common, with Amazon dominating the online retail business while SpaceX has become the world’s leading rocket maker. Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 July 2026 Maiben has something in common with his coaches—playing on the same team as his twin brother Jacob. Jori Parys, CBS News, 13 July 2026 What do a tiny post office in Florida, a massive hot air balloon festival in New Mexico and a street in Pittsburgh have in common? Finch Walker, USA Today, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in common

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“In common.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20common. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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