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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a pretty common practice in" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a behavior or action that is frequently observed in a particular context or field.
Example: "Using social media for marketing has become a pretty common practice in the business world."
Alternatives: "a fairly typical practice in" or "a widely accepted practice in".
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This is a pretty common practice in the world of patents; Ericsson reached a similar arrangement for proceeds from patents in its recent 2,400 patent transfer to Unwired Planet.
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Shortening the bench is a pretty common practice for coaches in the Stanley Cup playoffs, but Todd Reirden would prefer the workload on the Washington Capitals' blue line not be quite this lopsided.
It's a pretty common practice for startups, in anticipation of future growth, to move into offices that are too big for their current workforce, then rent out the excess desks to other companies.
It is a pretty common practice for fictional movies to weave in footage of real-world events to add color and save money on, say, apocalyptic explosions.
As Kinzly put it, "It's a pretty common practice, starting to happen".
So, after a long night of burning the midnight oil, sleeping at the office is a pretty common practice.
Rebasing is a fairly common practice in all countries.
To "highlight" a glamour/fashion shot for a magazine cover is pretty common practice.
It's a tenuous hold on power and so in a minority government it's pretty common practice to govern with "cautious cooperation".
Paying Google or Facebook to place targeted ads is pretty common practice nowadays, but what if you're on a tight on budget?
Eventually Parent ruled in favor of being vague: "What I did instead was put 'A monthly stipend may be available for top candidates.' This is pretty common practice.
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