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have sth in common with sth

idiom
Meaning

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


Examples
SIMPLE

You and I have a lot in common.

CONTEXTUAL

I was surprised to learn that my new neighbor has so much in common with me, especially our love for old jazz music.

COMPLEX

Although they came from vastly different backgrounds, the two scholars discovered they had a surprising amount in common regarding their research on ancient history.

Last updated April 22, 2026