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Less problems vs Fewer problems

The correct phrase to use here is 'fewer problems'. 'Less' is used with uncountable nouns, while 'fewer' is used with countable nouns. Since 'problems' is a countable noun, 'fewer problems' is the correct choice.
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Less problems

'Less problems' is not correct because 'less' should be used with uncountable nouns.

Incorrect usage. 'Less' should be used with uncountable nouns, not countable ones like 'problems'.
  • May 9, 2018 ... This attitude will help ensure your students have less problems online. The sentence above is taken from an online test provided by the ...
  • Mar 5, 2011 ... I talked about my use of goal-less problems on my physics semester exam. The essential idea is that the question is actually just a ...
  • Jul 15, 2019 ... "I wish I had a little less problems" -- doesn't that sound good at all? – Rhythm. Commented Jul 15, 2019 at 18:59. 3.
  • Feb 9, 2022 ... Windows vs Macos - which has less problems in development? Discussion. I was wondering has anyone experience working with both and seen the ...
  • Apr 25, 2023 ... Now let's look at this quote: “Don't wish for less problems, wish for more skills”. This is something I would teach my kids and everyone ...
  • Dec 28, 2018 ... Less Money, Less Problems. Written by. ERIC KIM. in. Posts. The simplest lifestyle is the best lifestyle: In the spirit of my homie Biggie ...
  • Apr 5, 2018 ... More Money, Less Problems. Report this article; Close menu. Chris Ritson. Chris Ritson. Founder ...
  • Aug 1, 2019 ... Do cars with 4WD have more or less problems than cars with FWD? All related (33).
  • The Second City Touring Company's “Mo' Funny, Less Problems” promises an uproarious celebration of comedy genius through two acts of scripted scenes.
  • Aug 29, 2019 ... Fixie bikes: less gears, less problems. For my senior year, I sought out a change of pace when it comes to my commute. Kyle Pfannenstiel 08.29 ...

Alternatives:

  • fewer problems

Fewer problems

'Fewer problems' is the correct phrase to use with countable nouns like 'problems'.

Correct usage. 'Fewer problems' is used when referring to a smaller number of countable issues or difficulties.
  • May 9, 2018 ... In my opinion, fewer problems is correct and less problems is not because less is used with uncountable nouns. I know that in everyday speech ...
  • Mar 5, 2024 ... The more precise we become in the language we use, the fewer problems we create for ourselves. Background Recently, a dear friend was telling me that her ...
  • More Money, Fewer Problems: Closing Africa's Climate Finance Gap. May 24, 2024. Despite contributing the least to the climate crisis, Africa will be most ...
  • Jan 5, 2023 ... More green, fewer problems: landcover relates to perception of environmental problems. Amanda K Suchy,. Corresponding Author. Amanda K Suchy.
  • Mar 31, 2022 ... More Money, Fewer Problems: A Post-Alston v. NCAA Approach to. Reducing Gender Inequities in Sports. Kelley L. Flint. University of Richmond ...
  • Sep 13, 2023 ... More pixels, fewer problems: Introducing 4K support for Mux Video. Phil Cluff. By Phil Cluff • 6 min read • Product. I didn't just stumble into ...
  • Sep 14, 2022 ... Do you want to experience fewer “problems” in your life? Great, keep reading. I was talking with a couple recently, and they consistently ...
  • Jun 21, 2024 ... In light of the numerous issues/problems that Cybertruck owners have experienced, do Cyberbeast owners have fewer problems?
  • We all want fewer problems and less trouble with 'fewer' and 'less'. What to Know. Generally, fewer is used when a number of things can be counted ("fewer ...
  • Jun 4, 2012 ... Hi, Which sentence sounds better? That way we'll have a lot less problems down the road That way we'll have a lot fewer problems down the ...

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