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"there is more than one" or "there are more than one"?

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there is more than one

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to a situation where there is more than one of something.

Examples:

  • There is more than one way to solve this problem.
  • There is more than one reason for his absence.
  • There is more than one person waiting for you.

Alternatives:

  • There are multiple
  • There are several
  • There are numerous

there are more than one

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'One' is singular, so it should be followed by 'is' instead of 'are.'

The correct phrase is 'there is more than one.' This is because 'one' is singular, so it should be followed by 'is' instead of 'are.'

Last Updated: March 08, 2024

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