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Idiom idiom

have sth in common with sth


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


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