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in common with

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Definition of in common with

formal
: the same as : like
  • The town, in common with others in the region, depends on the tourism industry.

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  1. : of or relating to a community at large : public

  2. : known to the community

  3. : belonging to or shared by two or more individuals or things or by all members of a group

  1. : the common people

  2. : a dining hall

  3. : the political group or estate comprising the commoners

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