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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The common denominator in those losses is a mistake-prone offense that loses its identity and efficiency — along with the line of scrimmage — at the most inopportune times.
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Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
With product homogenization rampant, the success of these brands hinges on a common denominator: fabric.
—Li Jun, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
Popular on Variety The common denominator throughout is the stuffed Rolodex of talent made available to producers.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
There has been a common denominator in Kansas’ modest three-game men’s basketball winning streak.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2025
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Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
With product homogenization rampant, the success of these brands hinges on a common denominator: fabric.
—Li Jun, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
Popular on Variety The common denominator throughout is the stuffed Rolodex of talent made available to producers.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
There has been a common denominator in Kansas’ modest three-game men’s basketball winning streak.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Common denominator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/common%20denominator. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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