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A lot of our merchandise is vs A lot of our merchandise are

The correct phrase is 'a lot of our merchandise is.' In this case, 'merchandise' is a collective noun, so it is treated as singular. Therefore, 'is' should be used instead of 'are.'

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A lot of our merchandise is

This phrase is correct. 'Merchandise' is a collective noun and should be treated as singular.

Use 'a lot of our merchandise is' when referring to a large quantity of merchandise as a singular entity.
  • Sep 10, 2015 ... but a lot of our merchandise is specially commissioned licensed products that aren't available anywhere else, plus lots of limited edition items.
  • A lot of our merchandise is handmade by local people and, of course, a lot of it is pieces from the past. If its antiques, vintage, mid century, primitive or anything in ...
  • Aug 26, 2011 ... “We specialize in custom tobacco products and premium cigars — a lot of our merchandise is stuff that people haven't had before. We want to ...

A lot of our merchandise are

This phrase is incorrect. 'Merchandise' is a collective noun and should be treated as singular.

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