The phrase "a common style" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a style that is widely accepted or frequently used in a particular context, such as writing, art, or fashion.
Example: "In contemporary literature, a common style is the use of first-person narration to create a more intimate connection with the reader."
Alternatives: "a typical style" or "a prevalent style".
He wore a white suit with short sleeves — a common style in Guinea — and looked tired.
Although the designs vary, a common style features a sloping, single-gabled timbered roof and small windows.
Forget the Muslims, Hindus and pagans who now proliferate at Smith — the Protestants would find it impossible to agree on a common style of worship.
Moreover, the iPhone isn't always adept at handling words typed with letters repeated for emphasis (a common style in text messaging).
"They share a common vision and a common style," said Madeleine Albright, the former secretary of state, who has known Ms. Rice since she was 4 years old and a schoolmate of Ms. Albright's children.
Industry observers, among them Giles Greenwood of the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, support what he called Trump's "commercially astute" decision to build a high-yield, state-of-the-art links course rather than another parkland course, a common style in Scotland.
The end result is what's called a "circle beard," a still common style that was popular in the 90s.
The other endorses coming to the encounter armed with some basic knowledge: since composers haven't worked in a single, common style for centuries now, comprehension and appreciation are enhanced by knowing where a creator was — geographically, temperamentally, stylistically — when a given piece emerged.
'List' is a more common style than the command style seen in the first study, although they have some similarities, with both being a briefer style of communication and including less detail.
If your friends ridicule you for this decision, try a more common style and activity instead, if it doesn't go well.
Also known as Anapanasati, this is a very common style of meditation in the Buddhist, Taoist, Hindu and many other schools and one of the most frequently recommended for new practitioners.
