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    Is it right to use "such a" to emphasize "fancy accessories" in the following sentence?
    Such a fancy accessories are abound in our department.
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    Default Re: Is it right to use "such a" to emphasize plural noun?

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    Is it right to use "such a" to emphasize "fancy accessories" in the following sentence?
    Such a fancy accessories are abound in our department.
    No.
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    Default Re: Is it right to use "such a" to emphasize plural noun?

    Quote Originally Posted by eggcracker View Post
    Is it right to use "such a" to emphasize "fancy accessories" in the following sentence?
    Such a fancy accessories are abound in our department.
    No. Use "Such fancy accessories abound in our department."
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