[make] common cause
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to join with someone to achieve a common goal
The idiom "make common cause" originated from the Middle English period and has its roots in the Old French word "cause," meaning reason or motive. The expression evolved over time to encompass the idea of joining forces or uniting for a shared purpose. It gained popularity in the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly during political movements and revolutions when people would come together to pursue common goals and fight for their rights.
- They make common cause to advocate for environmental sustainability.
- We make common cause with like-minded organizations to address social inequality.
- The activists make common cause to fight for human rights and social justice.
- The two groups made common cause during the civil rights movement to combat racial discrimination.
- Despite their ideological differences, they made common cause to oppose the oppressive regime.