as in similarity
a point which two or more things share in common
the only common denominator between the novel and the movie allegedly based on it appears to be the name of the main character
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Recent Examples of common denominator
To Washington, there’s a common denominator with all three.
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2026
Fractured trust is a common denominator that undermines cohesive relationships in all areas of life.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
The common denominator is Ivona Hertz, their building manager.
—Daniel Yadin, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
According to her, many others take the skills into entirely different paths, but the common denominator remains learning how to take a risk and make an idea real.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2026
Fractured trust is a common denominator that undermines cohesive relationships in all areas of life.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
The common denominator is Ivona Hertz, their building manager.
—Daniel Yadin, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
According to her, many others take the skills into entirely different paths, but the common denominator remains learning how to take a risk and make an idea real.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for common denominator
Recent Examples of Synonyms for common denominator
Noun
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There was enough similarity in the complaints filed with the Military Religious Freedom Foundation to imply that the fanaticism came directly from the Pentagon, where Hegseth himself has been leading prayer meetings during duty hours.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2026
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The rule has also drawn criticism for its similarity to MLS’ Designated Player Rule, with some believing a regulation that only increases pay for the most elite players is a detriment to roster-building.—
Molly Geary,
Sportico.com,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There’s enough of a resemblance between Jae and one of Radio Silence’s frequent collaborators that viewers may inevitably wonder whether Melissa Barrera was ever in the mix for the role.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Mar. 2026
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Alves and Alves McConaughey wore their hip-length locks in natural curls, which only added to their resemblance.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Common denominator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/common%20denominator. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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