Hello. I don't know if it's right to write in this way. I want to know about "none". What's the meaning and is it right that it can be either singular or plural? As far as I know, it is always singular. Thank you.
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"None" has several meanings, and it can be both singular and plural. But, singular form is more common.
No one: None of the members has/have blue eyes. (if it is followed by a countable noun, it can be singular or plural, it depends on how many people you are referring.)
Not any: None of this information is necessary. (if it is followed by an uncountable noun, a singular verb is always used.)
Nothing: I would like some more coffee. I am sorry there is none left. (Here it is a noun.)
I hope I am correct and could help.
Thank you, Yasemin. It makes sense for "not any" and "nothing", but for "no one" it doesn't. Is it possible to be followed by singular countable noun?