be commonly accepted
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Said of a belief or fact that most people agree with.
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- It is commonly accepted that exercise is good for your health.
- This theory is now commonly accepted by scientists.
- For centuries, it was commonly accepted that the Earth was flat.
- The euro is commonly accepted as currency in most of Europe.
- Although not proven, the idea that aliens might exist has become more commonly accepted.
- The principle of supply and demand is a commonly accepted tenet of modern economics.
- His leadership is commonly accepted as the key to the team's success.
- This new scientific finding will likely become commonly accepted within a few years.
- The notion that multitasking improves efficiency is no longer as commonly accepted as it once was.
- Is it commonly accepted that this is the best approach to the problem?