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that help vs that helps

Both phrases are grammatically correct, but 'that help' refers to plural subjects, while 'that helps' refers to singular subjects. It depends on the number of the subject being referred to.
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Last updated: September 21, 2024 • 14313 views

that help

This phrase is correct when referring to plural subjects.

Use 'that help' when the subject being referred to is plural.

Examples:

  • I appreciate all the tools that help me in my work.
  • She needs to find books that help her study for the exam.
  • They are the ones that help us in times of need.
  • The websites that help users find information are valuable.
  • The friends that help each other are the best kind.
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  • Find 150+ nonprofit job openings in Wisconsin on Jobs That Help, the largest job board focused on nonprofit career opportunities in the state.
  • Jun 23, 2023 ... Chill games, like Power Wash Simulator, that help cope with OCD tendencies and anxiety. I have severe OCD and I was recommended this game by ...
  • Feb 13, 2024 ... “It's the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey . . . . . .” ... some of my Playhouse friends….. They are so awesome!
  • Jul 8, 2024 ... Are there any traits that help with reload time? GENERAL. Pretty much just the title, im a new player and really like the croosbow but i ...
  • Jan 12, 2021 ... Some of the games that help reinforce these concepts are better than others and, for many of the games, it will require some hand holding to ...
  • Learn about the many programs hosted by IWD that help Iowans find support during layoffs, overcome barriers, and/or learn new career skills.
  • Handbags That Help is a women's giving circle dedicated to building strong families and increasing philanthropy in Hancock County.
  • "Let me see if i have this right...": words that help build empathy ... Ann Intern Med. 2001 Aug 7;135(3):221-7. doi: 10.7326/0003-4819-135-3-200108070-00022.
  • How do I get LibreOffice to recognise that help files are installed? English · common, install, ms-windows, help, libreoffice-704 · FunkyDan January 10, 2021, 5 ...

Alternatives:

  • those that help
  • which help
  • who help
  • that are helpful
  • that provide assistance

that helps

This phrase is correct when referring to singular subjects.

Use 'that helps' when the subject being referred to is singular.

Examples:

  • I need a tool that helps me with my work.
  • She is the one that helps me understand difficult concepts.
  • He is the doctor that helps patients feel better.
  • The software that helps organize files is very useful.
  • The book that helps you learn a new language is popular.
  • Discover ThatHelps, the app that helps you improve our world, one simple action at a time. Little actions make a big impact.
  • Click to read A Little Thing That Helps, a Substack publication with tens of thousands of subscribers ... A Little Thing That Helps. Subscribe Sign in. Home.
  • The Powerful Psychological Boost that Helps You Make and Break Habits. November 14, 2017 by Brian Clark. Pride. I have a confession to make.
  • Barn Family: The Village That Helps Raise Young Equestrians. PUBLISHED. September 5, 2024; 8:14 am. WORDS BY. Blogger Jamie Sindell ...
  • May 10, 2023 ... The Medical Care That Helps No One. My 10 years as an ICU nurse have shown me that futile care is confusing and traumatic for family members ...
  • Jun 15, 2022 ... The Daily Habit I Do That Helps Me Focus. Report this article; Close menu. Paul Petrone ...
  • Jul 30, 2024 ... I didn't even realize I was doing it until recently Anyone else have something random like this that helps them too? Would love to hear ...
  • Sep 7, 2024 ... 157 likes, 6 comments - fairfielduwsoccer on September 7, 2024: "Happiest of birthdays to a coach that helps us raise the bar @davidklein22 ...
  • Jan 3, 2023 ... Time is an illusion that helps things make sense. So we're always living in the present tense. Discussion. Is it just me who now quotes this ...
  • Oct 19, 2020 ... Kerry, 16, shares the grounding technique that helps her when she's feeling anxious or having a panic attack.

Alternatives:

  • that is helpful
  • which helps
  • who helps
  • that provides assistance
  • that is supportive

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