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things

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈθɪŋz// UK //θˈɪŋz// things

n. objects, items, or ideas that you are talking about. You use this word when you do not know the exact name of an object or when you want to speak generally.

n. material objects, inanimate items, or abstract matters and circumstances. Often used as a placeholder for specific nouns or to refer to a general situation.


SIMPLE

I need to pack my things for the trip.

CONTEXTUAL

She has a lot of things to do before the office closes for the weekend.

COMPLEX

The philosopher argued that our perception of things is often colored by our previous experiences, making objective observation nearly impossible.

Synonyms
Usage

Almost always used in the plural form when referring to personal possessions or general situations.

Pitfall

I have many thing to doI have many things to doWhen referring to multiple tasks or objects, the plural form 'things' must be used.

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