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the family wishes vs the family wish

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'The family wishes' is correct when referring to a family unit that is expressing a desire or hope. 'The family wish' is correct when using "wish" as a noun and not a verb.
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the family wishes

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a singular family unit expressing a desire or hope.

This phrase is used when the subject 'family' is considered as a singular unit, and it expresses a desire or hope.

Examples:

  • The family wishes to thank everyone for their support.
  • The family wishes for peace and happiness in the new year.
  • Sep 12, 2024 ...The family wishes” or “The family wish” ... Which is accurate: “Joseph's family wish to express their heartfelt thanks . . . .” “Joseph's family ...
  • Apr 5, 2024 ... 949 likes, 35 comments - catfishjackk on April 5, 2024: "From P.A.T all the way to SEATTLE… The family Wishes you a great happy B-day ...
  • Dec 15, 2011 ... Which is correct, the family wishes you well, or the family wish you well?
  • The family wishes to express their appreciation for your kindness and support during this difficult time. Please join them for fellowship immediately ...
  • Sep 14, 2024 ... The family wishes to give special thanks to those who loved Vanessa and prayed for her and her family throughout her long illness. There are ...
  • Sep 21, 2024 ... The family wishes to thank the Dr's and all of the staff at Crossroads Family Dentistry for being there for her during her fight, her ...
  • Please keep the family of Erin and Dakarai Mason in your thoughts and prayers. We ask that everyone be respectful of the family's wishes for privacy during ...
  • Sep 3, 2010 ... He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Reg and Marie Thornton and maternal grandparents, Joseph and Rose Kopp.The family wishes ...
  • The family wishes to express their gratitude for the many acts of kindness shown during shown during their hours of bereavement. May God bless each of you ...
  • The Family Wishes To Express Their Sincere Gratitude For The. Continuous Out Pouring Of Love And Support During Their Hour. Of Grief. Every Card, Flower, Word ...

Alternatives:

  • The family hopes
  • The family desires
  • The family wants
  • The family dreams
  • The family aspires

the family wish

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to multiple members of a family expressing a desire or hope.

This phrase is used when the subject 'family' is considered as a group of individuals, and it expresses a desire or hope.

Examples:

  • The family wish to extend their gratitude to all who helped.
  • The family wish for a brighter future for their children.
  • Sep 12, 2024 ... “The family wishes” or “The family wish” ... Which is accurate: “Joseph's family wish to express their heartfelt thanks . . . .” “Joseph's family ...
  • The family wish list maker. For Christmas, birthdays, holidays & year-round giving. A free, private, gift registry trusted by over two million members. Get ...
  • Aug 18, 2023 ... Beaching with the family! Wish I took more photos but we having the best time! It's always the most fun at Fripp Island.
  • Dec 15, 2011 ... Which is correct, the family wishes you well, or the family wish you well?
  • Aug 29, 2023 ... The family wish to ....................... the family as several members. This answer is: Helpful (0) Not Helpful (2). Add a Comment ...
  • ... the family's wish. What you see as you work with these kiddos is that they begin to see themselves through a new lens. They have little to no control over ...
  • Jul 21, 2017 ... The family wish to announce the sad passing away of a lovely Glenrothes lady who was a pillar of the community Mrs Jean Brown.
  • The Family Wish: Directed by Adolpho Navarro. With Holly Bohn, Stacey Bohn, Gracie Dufresne, Adolpho Navarro. A little girl finds a key that unlocks a ...
  • After an unsuccessful resuscitation attempt, the nurse calls the family of the deceased. The family wish to see the body before it is tak...
  • Oct 1, 2018 ... Should the family wish to contact me, I am in Facebook and email is: colin@cstch.com. Again, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. God ...

Alternatives:

  • The family members wish
  • The family members desire
  • The family members hope
  • The family members dream
  • The family members aspire

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