Hey, everyone!
Are you confused about when to use “fewer” and when to use “less”?
Here’s the way I remember the difference:
Fewer snowflakes, less snow.
“Fewer” is used when you can count something, and “less” is used when you can’t. Simple? Simple!
So these two sentences are incorrect:
For books with 130 pages or less, we strongly recommend a blank spine.
Blank spines are required for books with less than 101 pages.
And, yes, the sign in the grocery store that reads “10 ITEMS OR LESS” is incorrect.
I have forgotten who said the snowflakes/snow thing, or whether someone said it or I read it, but, whatever, thanks to the person who made it up because it’s certainly worked for me!
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