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team are vs team is

Both 'team are' and 'team is' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Team is' is used when referring to the team as a single unit, while 'team are' is used when emphasizing the individual members of the team.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 913 views

team are

This phrase is correct and is used when emphasizing the individual members of the team.

Use 'team are' when you want to highlight the individual members of the team. It is more common in British English.

Examples:

The team are working hard on their project.
The team are all experienced professionals.
The team are meeting tomorrow to discuss the strategy.

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Geeneral ROss and his team are on route.
The odds of me making this team are not great.
Colonel Carter and her team are still searching.
Colonel Sheppard and his team are beaming down.
You and your team are welcome to wait outside.
You and your team are an inspiration, especially to... people like her.
Greer and his team are bringing up the next batch of supplies.
Because the youngest members of our team are confused as to what constitutes a prank.
Jack Dawkins and his team are on standby, ma'am.
Jim. And the guys on the team are all...
The means for his escape and his team are already in place.
My personal notes on my team are confidential.
Freddy sees his team are outnumbered two to one.
Morrison and his team are dead.
She and her lab team are under quarantine.
Four blockers from each team are lined up on the track.
You and your team are the real deal.
You and your team are suspended as of today.
Agent Barrett and his team are moving in to secure the area.
He and his advance team are on site.

Alternatives:

The members of the team are
The individuals in the team are
The team members are
The team consists of
The team comprises

team is

This phrase is correct and is used when referring to the team as a single unit.

Use 'team is' when you are treating the team as a collective entity. It is more common in American English.

Examples:

The team is winning the game.
The team is a cohesive unit.
The team is known for its innovative approach.

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Your team is already under significant scrutiny.
And your team is now complete.
My team is made up of Type-A personalities.
Your team is packed up and we're returning to normal operations.
You're here because this team is falling apart.
- His team is loading the truck.
This team is your family, Michael.
My entire team is equipped with kryptonite weapons.
Your team is stronger than ours.
The equipment manager for the team is Dominic Bruno.
Our team is here, Chief.
The whole team is getting a higher profile.
The team is worried about Coach Mclntire.
My track team is full of physically incapable rejects.
Your team is already under significant scrutiny.
One of my team is still missing.
Your team is more dangerous than the Alphas they go after.
Your sponsor for the team is a pizza place.
My team is here to ensure a smooth transition of power.
One of the gardeners told Anna their team is in terrific shape.

Alternatives:

The team consists of
The team comprises
The team includes
The team features
The team possesses

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