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plenty of

Correct. This is a common phrase used to indicate a large or more than sufficient amount of something.

Use "plenty of" to indicate a large or more than sufficient amount of something. It is often followed by a noun.

Examples:

  • There are plenty of apples in the basket.
  • She has plenty of time to finish the project.
  • We have plenty of food for the party.
  • He has plenty of experience in the field.
  • There are plenty of reasons to visit that place.

the plenty of

Incorrect. Adding "the" before "plenty of" is not a correct construction in English.

The correct phrase is "plenty of." Adding "the" before "plenty of" is not correct in English. "Plenty of" is a common phrase used to indicate a large or more than sufficient amount of something.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

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