some of us needs vs some of us need

The correct phrase to use is "some of us need." The subject "some of us" is plural, so requires the plural form of the verb, which is "need." The phrase "some of us needs" is incorrect as it uses a singular verb form with a plural subject.

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some of us needs

This phrase is incorrect in English.

The subject "some of us" is plural, so it requires the plural form of the verb. Therefore, the correct phrase is "some of us need."

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some of us need

This phrase is correct in English.

Use this phrase when referring to a group of people where the subject is plural. The verb "need" agrees with the plural subject "some of us."

Examples:

Some of us need to work on this project.
Some of us need to make a decision.
Some of us need to improve our communication skills.
Some of us need to attend the meeting.
Some of us need to study for the exam.

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Some of us need a leg-up.
Ugh. Some of us need the jolt.
Because some of us need to break into Mr. Ives' office.
Some of us need to keep our skills sharp.
Some of us need the jolt.
Some of us need to think ahead.
YOU KNOW, I FIGURE EVERYONE AROUND HERE IS SO FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE, SOME OF US NEED TO LIVE IN THE PRESENT, RIGHT?
It's the way some of us need it.
You know, some of us need people, more than flowers to communicate with.
I get that you can't handle being out of your element for three days, but some of us need this weekend.
Some of us need constant validation and appreciation.
Some of us need more than hugs
Some of us need to get to New Orleans now!

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