which vs of which

Both 'which' and 'of which' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Which' is used to introduce a non-restrictive relative clause, while 'of which' is used to introduce a restrictive relative clause. The choice between them depends on the type of information being provided in the sentence.

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which

The word 'which' is correct and commonly used in English to introduce non-restrictive relative clauses.

Use 'which' to introduce non-restrictive relative clauses that provide additional information about a noun without changing the essential meaning of the sentence.

Examples:

She bought a new car, which was very expensive.
The book, which I borrowed from the library, was fascinating.

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Every priest must note accurately the Masses which he accepted to celebrate and those which he has satisfied.
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The Inn has three rooms which share two bathrooms which both have showers.
Visit the partnership website to see which courses are available in which disciplines.
Our hearts which convey this message are more important than the stones which hold it.
There are groups which organize competitions about which the Internet or your local paper might carry more information.

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that
who
whom
whose
where

of which

The phrase 'of which' is correct and used to introduce restrictive relative clauses that provide essential information about a noun.

Use 'of which' to introduce restrictive relative clauses that are necessary to understand the meaning of the sentence.