common denominator
noun
1
: a common multiple of the denominators of a number of fractions
2
: a common trait or theme
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Examples of common denominator in a Sentence
Drugs seem to be the common denominator in these crimes.
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The common denominator here is the sterility of the surroundings and the sense of loneliness.
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Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 26 July 2024
During the production process, the crew tried to search for a common denominator that could represent the aspirations of all Taiwanese people.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Aug. 2024
Cardmembers marveled over how perfectly tailored the trip was, the friends made and the good times had, and the many unique and special experiences that came from the one common denominator of a Chase United card.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 July 2024
Simply put, Jerusalem and Ramallah have not yet found a lowest common denominator.
—Michael J. Koplow, Foreign Affairs, 11 Aug. 2014
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Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 26 July 2024
During the production process, the crew tried to search for a common denominator that could represent the aspirations of all Taiwanese people.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Aug. 2024
Cardmembers marveled over how perfectly tailored the trip was, the friends made and the good times had, and the many unique and special experiences that came from the one common denominator of a Chase United card.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 July 2024
Simply put, Jerusalem and Ramallah have not yet found a lowest common denominator.
—Michael J. Koplow, Foreign Affairs, 11 Aug. 2014
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 23 Aug. 2024.
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