Which is correct:
"remaining days" or "remaining day"?

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remaining days

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to multiple days that are left.

Use "remaining days" when you want to talk about the number of days that are still available or left in a specific period of time.

Examples:

  • There are only three remaining days until the deadline.
  • The vacation is almost over, with just a few remaining days left.
  • The event will take place over the remaining days of the month.

Alternatives:

  • days left
  • days remaining
  • remaining time period

remaining day

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to the single day that is left.

Use "remaining day" when you want to emphasize the last day that is available or left in a specific period of time.

Examples:

  • Today is the remaining day of our trip.
  • The exam will be held on the remaining day of the month.
  • Make the most of the remaining day of your vacation.

Alternatives:

  • last day
  • final day
  • sole day
Both "remaining days" and "remaining day" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Remaining days" is used when referring to multiple days that are left, while "remaining day" is used when talking about the single day that is left.

Last updated: March 29, 2024

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