Some of the votes seem to have been miscounted. vs Some of the votes seems to have been miscounted.

The phrase to use is 'some of the votes seem to have been miscounted.' The subject 'votes' is plural, so the verb 'seem' should also be plural. 'Seems' is incorrect in this context.

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This phrase is correct. 'Seem' agrees with the plural subject 'votes.'

"Some of the votes seem to have been miscounted. "

Use this phrase when referring to a situation where some votes appear to have been counted incorrectly.

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Last updated: November 19, 2024

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3. Some of the votes seem to have been miscounted. 4. The tornadoes that tear through this county every spring are more than just a nuisance. 5. Everyone ...

This phrase is incorrect. 'Seems' does not agree with the plural subject 'votes.'

"Some of the votes seems to have been miscounted. "

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Last updated: November 19, 2024

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