Indefinite Pronouns

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What is an indefinite pronoun?

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An indefinite pronoun is a pronoun that does not refer to a specific person, thing, or amount. Examples include 'someone', 'anyone', 'nobody', and 'everything'.

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Give an example of an indefinite pronoun used in a sentence.

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Someone left their umbrella in the classroom.

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What is the difference between 'anyone' and 'someone'?

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'Anyone' refers to any person at all, while 'someone' refers to a specific but unknown person.

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What does 'nobody' mean?

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'Nobody' is an indefinite pronoun that means no person; not a single person.

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Use 'anybody' in a sentence.

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Is there anybody who can help me with my homework?

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What is the meaning of 'everybody'?

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'Everybody' is an indefinite pronoun that refers to all people.

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Fill in the blank: I don't know ________ who can solve this problem.

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anyone

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What does 'somebody' imply?

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'Somebody' refers to an unspecified person, often used when the speaker believes the person exists.

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Use 'anywhere' in a sentence.

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You can find a good restaurant anywhere in this city.

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What is the meaning of 'nowhere'?

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'Nowhere' is an indefinite adverb that means not in any place.