COMMON GROUND Definition & Meaning

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common ground

noun

a foundation of common interest or comprehension, as in a social relationship or a discussion.

common ground

noun

an agreed basis, accepted by both or all parties, for identifying issues in an argument

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Origin of common ground¹

First recorded in 1925–30

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Idioms and Phrases

Shared beliefs or interests, a foundation for mutual understanding. For example, The European Union is struggling to find common ground for establishing a single currency . [1920s]

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In a Thursday news conference, Newsom did not specifically address issues raised in Rollins’ letter, calling it more of a “press release” than an inquiry “for common ground.”

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“Instead, we approach differences with humility and respectfully explore those values as a way to find common ground and shared understanding.”

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Can we at least find some common ground, Mark, that Democrats need to be communicating better, and to a wider audience?

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"The common ground that public education has represented throughout this nation’s history is eroding underneath our feet."

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In this criticism, Skoufis appears to share common ground with a number of consultants and staffers largely from the progressive wing of the Democratic Party.

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