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What is a noun for they?

There isn't a single noun that perfectly replaces "they" in all situations. The best replacement depends on the context. Here are a few options:

If "they" refers to a group of people:

* The group: "The group of students arrived late."

* The team: "The team won the championship."

* The crowd: "The crowd cheered loudly."

If "they" refers to multiple individuals:

* The individuals: "The individuals were interviewed separately."

* People: "People are complex beings."

* Those: "Those who were present voted in favor."

If "they" is used as a singular pronoun for someone who doesn't identify with a specific gender:

* The person: "The person asked for a glass of water."

* They/them/their: "They/them/their pronouns are important to respect."

If "they" is used as a generic pronoun:

* One: "One should always be respectful to others."

* Someone: "Someone left the lights on."

It's important to consider the context and the intended meaning to choose the most appropriate replacement for "they."

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