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Rule "who (whom)"

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Description:	who (whom)
Message:	In a formal text, use \2, not '\2'.
Category:	Style (ID: STYLE)
Link:	https://languagetool.org/insights/post/who-vs-whom/
Tags:	[picky]
Incorrect sentences that this rule can detect:	Her mother, in who she confided, said it wasn't easy for her. Correction suggestion: whom After they found out in who she confided, they told the police. Correction suggestion: whom After they found out who she confided in, they told the police. Correction suggestion: whom Depending on who you like more... Correction suggestion: whom Your victim could be the workmate with who you shared a sandwich from your lunchbox. Correction suggestion: whom ... they are not obligated to purchase from who they sold to, and vice-versa. Correction suggestion: whom Growers must always be allowed to do business with whoever they wish. Correction suggestion: whomever
Correct sentences for comparison:	Her mother, in whom she confided, said it wasn't easy for her. I didn't know the performer, but eventually found out who she was. A search for who we are. As for who I am, you wouldn't believe me if I told you. They are different and they are important because of who they are. Love yourself for who you are. Just remember, the universe reflects back to you who you really think you are. I eventually found out who they met.
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ID:	WHO_WHOM [4]
Version:	6.5-SNAPSHOT (2024-04-25 22:33:07 +0200)

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