in common with
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: the same as : like
The town, in common with others in the region, depends on the tourism industry.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 27 Mar. 2025
This list does establish that James Wood, a rising star in the Nationals’ outfield, has something in common with the current star in the Reds’ infield.
—Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
After a flurry of trades remade nearly half his roster and significantly improved his club’s depth, Bednar has more in common with Indiana Jones or Lara Croft.
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Debra Messing has much in common with Lucille Ball: bright red hair, a big smile, and an undeniable talent for physical comedy.
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Sophia Panych, Allure, 27 Mar. 2025
This list does establish that James Wood, a rising star in the Nationals’ outfield, has something in common with the current star in the Reds’ infield.
—Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
After a flurry of trades remade nearly half his roster and significantly improved his club’s depth, Bednar has more in common with Indiana Jones or Lara Croft.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 20 Mar. 2025
Debra Messing has much in common with Lucille Ball: bright red hair, a big smile, and an undeniable talent for physical comedy.
—Air Mail, 29 Mar. 2025
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