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these information vs this information

Even when you may be referring to many facts, "information" is treated as singular in English. Since "this" is singular, use the phrase "this information."
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This phrase is not correct. Don't use it.

"these information"

In English, "information" is an uncountable noun. Even though "information" refers to a collection of facts, it is treated as singular.

"These" is used with plural nouns, so "these information" is incorrect. Use "this information" instead.
  • The Committee of European Securities Regulators could actively try to reach convergence on these information requirements within the Community.
  • The present Guidelines do not deal with these information exchanges.
  • They shall provide a report assessing the quality of these information sources.
  • First of all, these information centres are close to the citizen, and this can be taken literally.
  • I welcome Parliament's proposals on the future development of these information tools, which will include the register and the scoreboard as well as audits.
  • Recently Greek MEPs have not been taking part in some of these information programmes and this is one of the aspects of the complaint.
  • A key revolution is that we're understanding our own biology in these information terms.
  • The documents concerned shall be drawn up and sent in line with the procedures set by these information systems.
  • Two of them, for the moment, Denmark and the United Kingdom, have not shown any interest in implementing these information campaigns.
  • It is a matter of absolute necessity that we involve the Member States' voluntary sectors in these information offices and strive towards improving cooperation with local organisations and bodies, making for greater efficiency and better financial conditions.
  • Amendment 42 of the Rühle report, which the Commission opposed this morning, also stressed the importance of these information centres.
  • Finally, it is essential to clearly distinguish between information and advertising and to prevent pharmaceutical companies from exploiting these information campaigns in order to promote their products.
  • integrating the candidate countries into these information networks and devising working tools which are geared to their specific situation,
  • In order to increase the quality of these information campaigns and to ensure that they reach patients in an effective way, national authorities should take into consideration the expertise on the matter coming from the industry, health care professionals and patient organisations.
  • It is important to require these information from ALL novel foods (not only the ones referred to in Article 7- paragraph 3- first subparagraph; as proposed by the Commission!) in order to enable transparency.
  • Access to these information points should be free of charge and users should be informed of their existence by regular information campaigns.
  • Moreover, these information centres should do more to promote traditional trades and promising sectors, such as services to enterprises, proximity services, health services, ICT-related activities and tourism.
  • The ECB may request Parliament, with respect to all or certain categories of information or documents disclosed, that it maintains a list of persons having access to these information and documents.
  • As far as I can see, the officials based in these information offices rarely, if ever, make any serious efforts to defend the interests of this Parliament and its Members when these types of attacks are made.
  • The aid rate in the case of these information and promotion activities will be the following:

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • this information
  • these facts
  • this data
  • these pieces of information

This phrase is correct.

"this information"

Use "this information" to reference a particular set of facts.

Some examples from our editors:

  • Thank you for writing a review of the new pizza place. This information will help me choose where to buy my next slice.
  • I like that restaurants have to post calorie counts on their menus. I use this information to make healthier food choices.
  • This information from the company's website explains why their product is better than any alternatives.
  • I think I have this information, but I need to search my inbox to find it.
  • Jan 19, 2020 ... This information—this is singular. Information is a collective noun, which requires a singular adjective. 'These' is a plural.
  • Jan 4, 2018 ... Author Topic: "these information" or "this information" Which one is correct (Read 51248 times). ofie4domingo. Initiate; *; Posts: 4; Karma: +0 ...
  • Dec 29, 2012 ... "Information" is uncountable. But I've heard a lot of people say "these information" instead of "this information". I personally find "these information" more ...
  • May 11, 2020 ... I wish to change password Win 10, Insider Review (latest) and get the: "This information is required.” message (many times!).
  • Dec 28, 2018 ... 2)This information and that information are useful. The problem in here is all about is and are. Although I have been looking for the answer on ...
  • Apr 8, 2024 ... “You don't have permission to change or remove this information” message on purchased item. Help for Buyer. I bought two sewing patterns in ...
  • This information was distributed to schools statewide by the New York State Education Department. Letter for Children Receiving Benefits on a New Card ...
  • Have this information ready. You need to provide us with the following information, whether you apply for unemployment benefits online or by phone. The ...
  • This information system is provided for U.S. Government-authorized use only. Unauthorized or improper use of this system may result in disciplinary action ...
  • Feb 19, 2015 ... 4 Answers 4 · "This information" is actually the direct object, not the subject. – Fred Bailey · Specifically, information is a mass noun. – ...

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • these facts
  • this data
  • these pieces of information

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