as in similarity
a point which two or more things share in common
the only common denominator between the novel and the movie allegedly based on it appears to be the name of the main character
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The common denominator in success or failure ... (is) going to be the availability of the alternative zero, or more likely near-zero, greenhouse gas emission fuels.
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Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
Basque Animation Drivers and Challenges In industry terms, however, the three titles share common denominators, underscoring growth drivers for the regional sector.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
The common denominator in those losses is a mistake-prone offense that loses its identity and efficiency — along with the line of scrimmage — at the most inopportune times.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
With product homogenization rampant, the success of these brands hinges on a common denominator: fabric.
—Li Jun, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
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Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
Basque Animation Drivers and Challenges In industry terms, however, the three titles share common denominators, underscoring growth drivers for the regional sector.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
The common denominator in those losses is a mistake-prone offense that loses its identity and efficiency — along with the line of scrimmage — at the most inopportune times.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
With product homogenization rampant, the success of these brands hinges on a common denominator: fabric.
—Li Jun, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for common denominator
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“Common denominator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/common%20denominator. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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