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 do a progressive ice cream mogul and a leader at a libertarian-leaning government watchdog have in common? —

Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025 But that’s the one thing these movies about real-life presidents have in common: the importance of the office contrasted with the basic humanity of the officeholder. —

Will Leitch, Vulture, 17 Feb. 2025 What do Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama all have in common? —

Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 15 Feb. 2025 What do affluent people and luxurious resorts in tropical destinations have in common? —

Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for have/share (something) in common

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