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It may have been him on the phone vs It may have been her on the phone

Both phrases are correct, but the choice between 'him' and 'her' depends on the gender of the person being referred to. 'Him' is used when referring to a male, and 'her' is used when referring to a female. Therefore, the correct choice between the two phrases depends on the gender of the person who may have been on the phone.

Last updated: March 11, 2024 • 735 views

It may have been him on the phone

This phrase is correct when referring to a male person who may have been on the phone.

Use 'him' when referring to a male person who may have been on the phone.

Examples:

  • It may have been him on the phone. He said he would call.
  • I think it was him on the phone earlier.
  • Do you think it was him on the phone just now?
  • Think it may have been him on the phone.' just horrible service. I would not call if I were you.... Was this review helpful?Yes No|Flag Abuse. Nothing10/18/2009 ...

Alternatives:

  • It may have been the man on the phone.
  • It may have been John on the phone.
  • It may have been the boy on the phone.
  • It may have been your brother on the phone.
  • It may have been the male caller on the phone.

It may have been her on the phone

This phrase is correct when referring to a female person who may have been on the phone.

Use 'her' when referring to a female person who may have been on the phone.

Examples:

  • It may have been her on the phone. She mentioned calling later.
  • I believe it was her on the phone just now.
  • Could it have been her on the phone earlier?

Alternatives:

  • It may have been the woman on the phone.
  • It may have been Mary on the phone.
  • It may have been the girl on the phone.
  • It may have been your sister on the phone.
  • It may have been the female caller on the phone.

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