Which is correct to use, "everything" or "every thing"?
2023-06-26
This is what goPenpal answered
"Everything" is generally the correct term to use. It refers to all things collectively and is used in most common contexts. It's an all-encompassing term—imagine if you emptied out a bag and referred to the pile of objects, all together, that's "everything."
On the other hand, "every thing" is used less frequently and is typically used for emphasis. It refers to each individual thing separately. Let's return to the bag analogy. If you took each item out one by one, looking at each object on its own, you'd be looking at "every thing".
So, while both terms have their uses, "everything" is far more common and is probably the one you'll need in day-to-day communication. Remember, language is a tool. And like any tool, knowing how to use it properly will help you communicate more effectively.
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