common denominator
noun
1
: a common multiple of the denominators of a number of fractions
2
: a common trait or theme
Examples of common denominator in a Sentence
Drugs seem to be the common denominator in these crimes.
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Fractured trust is a common denominator that undermines cohesive relationships in all areas of life.
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Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
The common denominator is Ivona Hertz, their building manager.
—Daniel Yadin, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
According to her, many others take the skills into entirely different paths, but the common denominator remains learning how to take a risk and make an idea real.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The common denominator this year?
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026
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Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
The common denominator is Ivona Hertz, their building manager.
—Daniel Yadin, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
According to her, many others take the skills into entirely different paths, but the common denominator remains learning how to take a risk and make an idea real.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
The common denominator this year?
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026
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 15 Feb. 2026.
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