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  1. 09-Apr-2011, 10:23 #1
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    Cool the group have

    Hello!

    I always find it hard to use the plural form of a verb with a singular noun...

    Therefore, can you confirm this sentence is correct, please?

    "The other group have cancelled their lesson".

    Thank you!
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  2. 09-Apr-2011, 12:11 #2
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    Default Re: the group have

    No. It should be "has canceled"
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  3. 09-Apr-2011, 12:24 #3
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    Default Re: the group have

    Thank you.

    "has cancelled its or their lesson'?

    Thank you
  4. 09-Apr-2011, 12:41 #4
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    Default Re: the group have

    "The (other) group have cancelled their lesson" is acceptable in BrE.
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