common enemy
Example Sentences
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Lucie Green went all the way to Antarctica in 2021, only to be thwarted by that common enemy of eclipse chasers: clouds.
From Barron's ● Aug. 5, 2026
Fans around the globe, regardless of rooting interest, have come together to decry a common enemy: soccer’s instant replay.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
“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
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
The Sixers gave gunters a common enemy, and Sixer bashing was a favorite pastime in our forums and chat rooms.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
