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[kom-uhn] / ˈkɒm ən /




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"The individual claims to have entered the UK via the Common Travel Area", a spokesperson said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

McDonald, who wrote the bestseller, “A Colossal Failure of Common Sense,” said tech representation in the S&P 500 is so high that retail investors are being force-fed the sector.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Common shares of Fannie fell 4.2% to $7.11 on Tuesday, while shares of Freddie fell 3.3% to $6.26.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Mitch Nowakowski, a member of the city’s Common Council, said he was surprised by the new healthcare expense, which added to the budget deficit.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

At 12 I left the First Building, recrossed the Common and went into the Jared Potter Building for lunch.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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