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both of these vs both of this

The correct choice is 'both of these.' 'Both of this' is incorrect because 'this' is singular and does not match the plural 'both.' 'Both of these' is a common and correct way to refer to two items or living things.
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Last updated: August 05, 2024

both of these

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'both of these' when referring to two or more items or people that are present or have been mentioned.

Examples:

  • Both of these books are interesting.
  • I like both of these colors.
  • Both of these options are good.
  • Can you bring both of these bags?
  • I want to buy both of these shirts.
  • Pay close attention because you might be making both of these mistakes, and you don't even know it! The first mistake is le.
  • Complete the attached ledger, showing both of these deposits together with settlement funds paid to the vendor today and the agent's commission of 2%.
  • Jun 7, 2017 - We have both of these colors available. Look how amazing they look together! #bella #pinkchampagne #lipsense #lipstickthatlasts.

both of this

This phrase is incorrect in English.

  • Feb 12, 2015 ... what is the correct sentence both of this? 0. 1.I have been an actor for 5 years. but I'm not now. 2.I was an actor for 5 years. but I'm not now.
  • Just Tell Me I'm Fat and Relieve Us Both of This Obnoxious Charade. Posted by Melissa McEwan at Thursday, September 17, 2015. [Content Note: Fat hatred.]
  • both of this Parish. Jan 20, were married by Licence at Crypt Church in Glocester George Willis of Ripple in Worcestershire & Ann Atwood[?] als Wood of this ...
  • William Vaun and Ann Badlan both of this parish of Deerhurst 13, 20, 27 of Octr 1765. James Bendal and Mary Tombs both of this parish March 5 7 12 [1769]

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  • both of these

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