shared interest

noun phrase

Meaning

A hobby, topic, or activity that two or more people both enjoy or find important.

Examples

Finding a shared interest is often the first step toward building a lasting friendship.
The club was founded to bring together people with a shared interest in local history.

Synonyms: common ground, mutual interest, shared passion, congenial interest

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shared interest

noun phrase

Pronunciation: ʃɛrd ˈɪntrəst

Definition

A hobby, topic, or activity that two or more people both enjoy or find important.

Examples

Finding a shared interest is often the first step toward building a lasting friendship.
The club was founded to bring together people with a shared interest in local history.
They realized that their shared interest in environmental science gave them plenty to talk about.

Synonyms of shared interest

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