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"common" is also used as a crossword clue. If that's what you saw, the answer is often generic (7 letters).
Definitions
Usual or widespread
Used in a sentence
“The two competitors have the common aim of winning the championship.”
“Winning the championship is an aim common to the two competitors.”
“They shared a common dread that he would begin moaning.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Seen often”6 letters
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