Great minds think alike

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Coincidental agreement

Used when two people have the same thought independently and unexpectedly. Slide

We both decided to wear red today—great minds think alike!

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Light humor

Often said jokingly when the similarity in thinking is about something trivial or humorous. Slide

You got the same wrong answer as I did—great minds think alike, huh?

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Social bonding

Helps create a feeling of connection or shared intelligence between people. Slide

You also chose this quiet spot for lunch? Great minds think alike!

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