
Common
Frequent Occurrence
Used to indicate something you encounter often in everyday life.

Seeing smartphones is common nowadays.
Not Unique
Suggests a lack of uniqueness or specialness.

Using plastic bags is still common, unfortunately.
General Truth
Refers to a widely accepted fact or situation.

It is common knowledge that the Earth orbits the Sun.
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