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"There go the dogs" vs "There goes the dogs"

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'There goes the dogs' is correct when referring to a singular action or movement of the dogs as a group. 'There go the dogs' is correct when referring to the dogs as a plural group. The choice between 'goes' and 'go' depends on whether the subject is considered singular or plural.

Last Updated: March 15, 2024

There go the dogs

This phrase is correct when referring to the dogs as a plural group.

This phrase is used when talking about the dogs as a group, indicating that they are moving or acting together.

Examples:

  • There go the dogs, chasing after the ball.
  • There go the dogs, playing in the yard.

Alternatives:

  • There go the dog
  • There go some dogs

There goes the dogs

This phrase is correct when referring to a singular action or movement of the dogs as a group.

This phrase is used when talking about the dogs collectively performing a single action or moving as a group.

Examples:

  • There goes the dogs, running through the field.
  • There goes the dogs, barking at the mailman.

Alternatives:

  • There goes the dog
  • There goes a dog

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