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Definition everyone in British English

everyone pronoun

pronoun
/ˈevriˌwʌn/

When everyone is a subject, it is used with a singular verb.

In formal writing, a pronoun or possessive adjective that refers to everyone is usually singular: Everyone should bring his or her own lunch. However, in conversation and in informal writing these pronouns and possessive adjectives are more often plural: Everyone should bring their own lunch.

1

every person in a group

Example

Happy New Year, everyone!

Example

Everyone is thrilled about Jean's baby.

Example

James made a point of shaking everyone's hand.

Example

Everyone else had finished eating, so I sat and had supper alone.

Example

They invited everyone but me and Karen.

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2

used for talking about people in general

Example

Everyone needs a friend.

Example

I'm like everyone else - I like a bit of fun.

Example

Maybe private healthcare is better, but not everyone can afford it.

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Definition everyone in British English