common denominator
noun
1
: a common multiple of the denominators of a number of fractions
2
: a common trait or theme
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Examples of common denominator in a Sentence
Drugs seem to be the common denominator in these crimes.
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Built as a way for young people to exchange information about events and school culture, Fizz promised to be the common denominator among students finding their footing on a new campus.
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Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 20 July 2024
The common denominator shared between these songs, and the others performed, is that women are the inspiration behind and at the center of his lyrics.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 1 July 2024
The common denominator here is the sterility of the surroundings and the sense of loneliness.
—Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 26 July 2024
During the production process, the crew tried to search for a common denominator that could represent the aspirations of all Taiwanese people.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Aug. 2024
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Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 20 July 2024
The common denominator shared between these songs, and the others performed, is that women are the inspiration behind and at the center of his lyrics.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 1 July 2024
The common denominator here is the sterility of the surroundings and the sense of loneliness.
—Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 26 July 2024
During the production process, the crew tried to search for a common denominator that could represent the aspirations of all Taiwanese people.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for common denominator
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“Common denominator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/common%20denominator. Accessed 11 Sep. 2024.
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