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clergy

核心问题

The clergy were to receive salaries from the state.

clergy 为单数名词,为什么其谓语动词用复数?

词典解答

clergy 是个集体名词,其谓语动词永远用复数:

The clergy are opposed to the plan. 牧师们反对这个计划。

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