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17 August 2026

Join the club

We use this expression to say that we are in the same situation as someone, or have had the same - usually negative - experience.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I hate Christmas shopping.

Join the club. Everywhere is so crowded, you can't even move!

Example 2

I got married when I was 21, and divorced at 25. I don't think I'll get married again.

Join the club. I'm much happier single.

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