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both is vs both are

The correct phrase is 'both are.' 'Both' is a plural pronoun, which means it should be followed by a plural verb such as 'are.' 'Both is' is incorrect because 'is' is singular and does not agree with the plural subject 'both.'
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both is

'Both is' is incorrect as 'both' is a plural pronoun and should be followed by a plural verb.

Incorrect usage. 'Both is' should be replaced with 'both are.'
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  • Mar 6, 2014 ... up vote 1 down vote. A and B both are very good. --> both is parenthetical, = "A and B, both, are very good." A and B are both very good. --> fine.
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both are

'Both are' is the correct phrase to use when referring to multiple items or people. 'Both' is a plural pronoun and should be followed by a plural verb.

Correct usage. Use 'both are' when referring to two or more items or people.

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