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third or later vs third and later

Both "third or later" and "third and later" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Third or later" implies that the third item or later items are included, while "third and later" implies that only items after the third are included.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

third or later

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when referring to the third item and any subsequent items. It implies that the third item is included in the group.

Examples:

  • Please select the third or later option.
  • You can choose the third or later dates for the meeting.

Alternatives:

  • third and later
  • third or beyond
  • third and beyond
  • third or after
  • third and after

third and later

This phrase is correct but less commonly used than "third or later."

This phrase is used when referring to items starting from the fourth position onwards. It implies that the third item is not included in the group.

Examples:

  • Please consider the third and later options.
  • The third and later chapters of the book are the most interesting.

Alternatives:

  • third or later
  • fourth and later
  • fourth or later
  • fourth or beyond
  • fourth and beyond

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