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"if any changes are needed" vs "if any changes is needed"

"Changes" is plural, so use "if any changes are needed."

Last Updated: March 20, 2019

if any changes are needed

This is correct

"If any changes are needed" describes a condition in which edits might be required.

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Some examples from our editors:

  • Here's my draft of the document. If any changes are needed, please let me know.
  • I've attached the schedule for June. Please contact me if any changes are needed.
  • I think this can be finalized, but please let me know if any changes are needed.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • if any changes are required
  • if any alterations are required
  • if any changes are necessary

if any changes is needed

This is not correct. Don't use this phrase.

The verb is incorrect. The subject, "changes," is plural. Use "are" with a plural subject.

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Some alternatives from our editors:

  • if any changes are needed
  • if any changes are required

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