be common
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Studying Uranus could also help scientists better understand similar planets beyond our solar system, since ice giants appear to be common throughout the Milky Way.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
Stellantis maintains “less than a few hours’ worth of inventory” of the chassis modules on hand, the lawsuit said, as can be common in the auto industry.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
It used to be common for African governments to disband national teams after disappointing results, but it has happened less often since Fifa became stricter about government interference.
From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026
“As the winter has not arrived yet, bear sightings will be common until the snow flies.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025
The suppression of uncomfortable ideas may be common in religion and politics, but it is not the path to knowledge; it has no place in the endeavor of science.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
