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Indefinite Pronouns

Indefinite pronouns are words that do not refer to any specific person or thing. They are used to talk about people or things in a general or non-specific way.

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1: General Indefinite Pronouns

General indefinite pronouns are used to refer to an unspecified person or thing in a broad sense. Examples include:

• everyone: Everyone loves ice cream.
• someone: Can someone help me with this?
• anyone: Is anyone available to meet after work?

Sense 2: Negative Indefinite Pronouns

Negative indefinite pronouns are used to express a negative sense or absence. Examples include:

• none: None of the students completed the assignment.
• nothing: There is nothing left in the fridge.
• neither: Neither of the options seems appealing.

Sense 3: Indefinite Pronouns of quantity

Indefinite pronouns of quantity are used to indicate an approximate amount or quantity. Examples include:

• some: Could you please give me some water?
• few: There are only a few tickets left for the concert.
• many: How many books have you read this year?

Sample Sentences:

1. Everyone should respect one another's opinions.

2. Someone is ringing the doorbell. Can you answer it?

3. Is anyone attending the meeting tomorrow?

4. None of the guests bothered to RSVP to the party.

5. I searched the entire house, but nothing was out of place.

6. Neither of the options presented seemed suitable for the situation.

7. Could you please pass me some salt?

8. There were only a few people at the event.

9. Many students participated in the science fair competition.

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