common enemy
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During the battle against IS, both the US-led coalition and Tehran-backed factions fought the jihadists, their common enemy.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 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
Scapegoats are integral for a cult; they promote social cohesion, both by binding the in-group together over a common enemy, and by widening the gulf between members and outsiders.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2025
The Soviets and Americans had been allies in the war, united by their common enemy, Adolf Hitler’s Germany.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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