Synonyms for

Theres

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Definition

contraction for 'there is' or 'there has'

Synonyms & similar words

there here there's that's it's he's she's they're we're

Common collocations

  • there is
  • there are
  • there was
  • there were
  • there will be
  • there has been
  • there seems to be
  • there appears to be

Word family

verb be

Usage note

The word 'there' is a contraction of 'there is' or 'there has'. It is commonly used in informal contexts. Avoid using it in formal writing where 'there is' or 'there has' would be more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. Theres a cat in the tree.
  2. Theres a spider in my room.
  3. Theres a rainbow in the sky.
  4. Theres a party at my house tonight.
  5. Theres no milk left in the carton.

Quotes

  • Theres no place like home.
  • Theres no business like show business.
  • Theres no such thing as a free lunch.

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