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there were fewer people vs there were less people

The correct phrase is 'there were fewer people.' 'Fewer' is used with countable nouns like 'people,' while 'less' is used with uncountable nouns. In this case, 'people' is countable, so 'fewer' is the appropriate choice.

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there were fewer people

This phrase is correct. 'Fewer' is used with countable nouns like 'people.'

Use 'fewer' when referring to a smaller number of countable items. In this case, 'fewer people' indicates a smaller number of individuals.

Examples:

  • There were fewer people at the party this year.
  • I hope there will be fewer people in line tomorrow.
  • She invited fewer people to the event.
  • The store had fewer people shopping during the week.
  • Fewer people attended the concert than expected.

Alternatives:

  • there were fewer attendees
  • there were fewer participants
  • there were fewer guests
  • there were fewer individuals
  • there were fewer spectators

there were less people

This phrase is incorrect. 'Less' should not be used with countable nouns like 'people.'

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