check the document in which this were based vs check the document in which this was based

The correct phrase is 'check the document in which this was based'. 'Was' should be used instead of 'were' because 'this' is singular. The verb should agree in number with the subject.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 732 views

This phrase is incorrect. 'Were' should be replaced with 'was' to match the singular subject 'this'.

"check the document in which this were based"

The correct form is 'check the document in which this was based'. Use 'was' for singular subjects and 'were' for plural subjects.

Show examples from the web [+]

The LA issues a V-Legal Document/FLEGT licence after a document-based check and physical verification of data consistency if needed, so as to ensure that the timber products come from legally verified sources and are thus produced in compliance with the legality definition described in Annex II.
Eleven of the 19 pages of the document were based on a student diary dating back some ten years.
I have transferred the documents in the innards of roasted beasts and fowls.
I have transferred the documents in the innards of roasted beasts and fowls.
The documents in your hands are meant for divorce.
But it is our understanding the document in question is a meeting schedule.
Keep the documents in the safe and do not show them to anyone.
When I saw the documents in the laboratory of Epsilon Pharmaceuticals...
The documents in your hand authorize the transactions you're talking about.
And the documents in the briefcase, too.
The translation shall replace the corresponding particulars in the document in question.
All the parts of the document in red are not intelligible.
Public service broadcasters do not own all the documents in their archives.
You should have the documents in a few minutes.
You put the documents in the diplomatic pouch.
You put the documents in the diplomatic pouch.
Her sister shoved the documents in the truck panel.
I destroyed the tapes and the documents in front of him.
I shall now read the document in its entirety.
Changes made to the document in the last minute will be permanently lost.

Alternatives:

check the document in which this was based

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"check the document in which this was based"

Use 'was' when the subject is singular, as in this case with 'this'. This ensures subject-verb agreement.

Show examples from the web [+]

The LA issues a V-Legal Document/FLEGT licence after a document-based check and physical verification of data consistency if needed, so as to ensure that the timber products come from legally verified sources and are thus produced in compliance with the legality definition described in Annex II.
I have transferred the documents in the innards of roasted beasts and fowls.
I have transferred the documents in the innards of roasted beasts and fowls.
The documents in your hands are meant for divorce.
But it is our understanding the document in question is a meeting schedule.
Keep the documents in the safe and do not show them to anyone.
When I saw the documents in the laboratory of Epsilon Pharmaceuticals...
The documents in your hand authorize the transactions you're talking about.
And the documents in the briefcase, too.
The translation shall replace the corresponding particulars in the document in question.
All the parts of the document in red are not intelligible.
Public service broadcasters do not own all the documents in their archives.
You should have the documents in a few minutes.
You put the documents in the diplomatic pouch.
You put the documents in the diplomatic pouch.
Her sister shoved the documents in the truck panel.
I destroyed the tapes and the documents in front of him.
I shall now read the document in its entirety.
Changes made to the document in the last minute will be permanently lost.
You informed us that the document in question was being drafted.

Our Customers Love Us!

We have an average rating of 4.79 stars based on 283125 votes, and

4.9 Excellent - Reviews 2.137

"7 years without any disappointment. Always 100% satisfied. You guys are the best in the world at what you do. Thank you so much :)"

Zubair
from Bangladesh

"I wasn't aware of this service, it's fascinating and more reliable than standard IA tools available on the internet"

Arturo
from Mexico

"In a world of text messages and online communication, this is great to have as a live tool. Thank you."

Selena
from USA

"Wow, it's just so excellent. I never would have believed I could have a sure and excellent English companion. Thanks, TextRanch."

Ifiok
from Nigeria

"This is my first time using TextRanch, and I like how the editors take time to correct my text. To everyone who has never used TextRanch before, I highly recommend trying it."

Wilson
from France

"It is an amazing source of feedback because, as a non-native speaker, I really need to have a reliable helper correct my text."

Susan
from Germany

check the document in which this were based vs check the document in which this was based

"check the document in which this were based"

"check the document in which this was based"

Related Comparisons