common enemy

Example Sentences

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“At the moment they perceive a huge common enemy: the government of Mexico,” said David Saucedo, who advises local and state governments on security policy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

During the Cold War, the common enemy was the Soviet Union, which included swathes of Eastern Europe.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2025

In high school, their common enemy made them not exactly friends, but friendly enough that Weevil helped Veronica when she asked and was around enough to become a fan favorite.

From Salon • Feb. 11, 2025

Inside this vibrant warren of market stalls and cell-like living spaces, though, the air hums with the punchy energy of people pulling together against a common enemy.

From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2024

Farmer seemed to say that diplomacy, charm, and sound argument backed by hard data could unite all factions against their common enemy, TB.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French