common ground

noun

: a basis of mutual interest or agreement

Examples of common ground in a Sentence

Hunters and environmentalists found common ground in their opposition to the new law.
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More importantly, Davidson wound up keeping Ryan Donato and hopefully can find common ground on extension after the 28-year-old’s career-best season. Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025 European leaders are meanwhile meeting in Brussels for a special summit on defense as the region tries to maintain its support for Ukraine, find common ground on how to end the war and how to keep the U.S. on side. Jenni Reid,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2025 Discussing alternatives can lead to more flexible thinking and a willingness to find common ground. Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025 The two sides, however, have been unable to find common ground on the valuation of Boeser’s next contract. Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for common ground

Word History

First Known Use

1570, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of common ground was in 1570

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“Common ground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/common%20ground. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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