that should never have been vs who should never have been

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "That should never have been" is used when referring to things or objects, while "who should never have been" is used when referring to people or living beings.

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that should never have been

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to things or objects.

This phrase is used to express regret or disapproval about something that should not have existed or happened.

Examples:

That decision should never have been made.
The project should never have been started.
The law should never have been passed.

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who should never have been

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to people or living beings.

This phrase is used to express regret or disapproval about someone's existence or presence.

Examples:

He is a criminal who should never have been released.
She is a terrible leader who should never have been elected.
The murderer who should never have been born.

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that should never have been vs who should never have been