- plural of person.
persons
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The judge told the jury that "matters were brought to attention which required me during the course of the morning to make a number of enquiries from several persons".
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026
“We have no need to sit face to face with such unreliable and hostile persons who refuse to abandon their policy of confrontation while talking about dialogue,” she said in a statement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026
A few days later on Dec. 22, Fowlie shared a missing persons flier on his Instagram, writing that Downer had been missing and the family was concerned for her safety.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
Violation of the orders would "attract suitable legal action", police said Thursday, but added that they would allow "selected persons" to gather at a "suitable place".
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
“Not if the persons primary achievement is playing a sport. But if you can make a case for their significant contribution to history, like through activism or humanitarian works, then maybe.”
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
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