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have sth in common

idiom
Meaning

to share the same interests, experiences, or features as someone else.


Examples
SIMPLE

We have a lot in common.

CONTEXTUAL

I realized we have so much in common after we talked about our favorite books.

COMPLEX

Despite their vastly different backgrounds, the two strangers discovered they had a surprising amount in common during their long train ride.

Last updated April 22, 2026