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Common or garden

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Conversational Use

Used more in speaking than writing, to emphasize how plain something is.

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Her kitchen was furnished in a common or garden style.
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UK Specific

Mostly found in British English, might not be understood internationally.

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He drove a common or garden car that you see everywhere.
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Understated Tone

Can subtly imply that something is underwhelming or disappointing.

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They promised a feast but it was a common or garden buffet.
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