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Media are vs. Media is
Media are
/ˈmiːdiə ɑːr/Examples:
The media are playing a crucial role in election coverage.Media are often seen as a reflection of societal values.Global media are shaping public opinion on climate change.
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Media is
/ˈmiːdiə/Examples:
Media is a powerful tool for shaping public opinion.In the digital age, media is omnipresent and influential.Media is constantly evolving with technology advances.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Media are is used when media is treated as a plural noun, which is its traditional use as the plural of medium.
- Media is can be used when media is considered a collective noun, or when emphasizing the mass noun aspect of media.
- When you think of media as multiple outlets (TV, radio, newspapers), media are might feel correct.
- If media is seen as a single concept or entity, like information, you might naturally lean towards media is.
- Context often determines which form feels appropriate, so consider whether you're emphasizing the components or the concept as a whole.
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