Answer: Verbs after indefinite pronouns and neither/nor

[mendax]

This week we get two related questions for the price of one. rykaine wants to know, "What are the appropriate conjugations for verbs following either, neither, none, each, etc.?" And earth2skye asks, "Should it be a singular or plural verb after 'neither he nor'?"

With examples from QI, The Sentinel, and Jeeves and Wooster.

Comments

[redatdawn]

I was too busy to look at this when it was up for beta, but it's a great piece! A very important topic, and you covered it clearly and thoroughly. Thanks!

[mendax]

Oh thank you!

[mendax]

Hooray! Thanks so much. This is my favorite thing to hear - it's why we're here, after all.

[oudeteron]

That's really comprehensive! Also, you win for including Stephen Fry.

[mendax]

Thanks! I do love me some Stephen Fry.

[snailbones]

Thanks for your lovely clear explanation - it's one of those things I get stuck on and end up muttering under my breath. *g*

[mendax]

Thank you for the comment! I hope this helps next time you're stuck. (I so know that feeling!)