us

/ s, s/
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Definition
  1. Pronoun:
    • The objective case of the first-person plural pronoun "we": "Us" is used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people as the object of a verb or preposition.
    • Used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves and their audience or readers: Often used in formal contexts like speeches or documents to create a sense of shared identity or collective action.
Examples of Usage

  • As the object of a verb: She invited us to the party.The teacher helped us with our homework.

  • As the object of a preposition: This gift is for us.The secret is between you and us.

  • In formal or collective contexts: The law requires us to file taxes annually.History will judge us by our actions.

Advanced Usage

  • The royal "we" / editorial "we": Sometimes used by a single person (e.g., a monarch, author, or editor) to refer to themselves, though this is more common with the subjective "we." We are not amused. (A monarch might say this, meaning "I am not amused.")

  • "Let us" (Let's): Used to make a suggestion or proposal that includes the speaker and the listener(s). Let us consider the evidence. (Formal) Let's go to the movies. (Informal contraction)

Variants and Related Words

  • We (pronoun): The subjective (nominative) case. Used when "we" is the subject of a sentence. We are going to the store.

  • Our (determiner): The possessive determiner. This is our house.

  • Ours (pronoun): The possessive pronoun. The victory was ours.

  • Ourselves (pronoun): The reflexive or emphatic form. We prepared ourselves for the challenge.

Synonyms
  • Ourselves (in reflexive contexts):
  • The group (in a more abstract sense):
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)

(Note: "Us" is an object pronoun and is not typically part of phrasal verbs itself. It can, however, be the object of many phrasal verbs.) - Count on us: To rely on or trust someone. You can count on us for support.

  • Join us: An invitation to participate.
Related Idioms

  • One of us: Belonging to a particular group; sharing the same characteristics or beliefs. He has proven himself to be one of us.

  • With us or against us: A phrase presenting a binary choice, implying that neutrality is not an option. In this conflict, you are either with us or against us.

Noun
  1. North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

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