Which is correct:
"the date on which" or "the date that"?

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the date on which

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to specify the particular date on which something happened or will happen. It is often used in formal writing.

Examples:

  • Please provide the date on which the event took place.
  • I remember the date on which we first met.

Alternatives:

  • the day on which
  • the time on which
  • the occasion on which
  • the moment on which
  • the year on which

the date that

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a specific date in a sentence. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

Examples:

  • Do you remember the date that we agreed upon?
  • The date that was chosen for the meeting is convenient for everyone.

Alternatives:

  • the day that
  • the time that
  • the occasion that
  • the moment that
  • the year that
Both "the date on which" and "the date that" are correct and commonly used in English. They can be used interchangeably depending on the context. Both phrases are suitable for formal or informal writing.

Last updated: March 21, 2024

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