Example sentences of "but it [be] common [noun] " in BNC.

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1 Cottee was not transfer-listed yesterday , but it is common knowledge that Everton are open to offers and Kendall revealed there has been some interest already this season from other clubs .
2 Other characters may also be found , but it is common practice to refer to all symbolic characters as Shou ( or Fu ) symbols , regardless of their exact form or meaning .
3 In formal debates only one amendment may be before the meeting at any one time , but it is common practice in committees to allow several amendments to be moved , seconded and accepted .
4 But it 's common knowledge , I suppose .
5 ‘ She never told me about Shergold but it was common gossip how he felt about her , ’ he admitted at last .
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