Charlotte Hughes

The word patient’s is the singular possessive form of the word patient. For example, “The patient’s chart was updated by the nurse.” In contrast, patients’ is the plural possessive form, as in “The patients’ records were reviewed by the doctor.” The base form, patients, denotes the regular plural. Here is a chart illustrating the different … Read more

The term user’s is  the singular possessive form of the word user. For example, “The user’s password was reset.” In contrast, users’ is the plural possessive form, as in “The users’ feedback was invaluable.” The form, users, is  the regular plural. Here is a chart showing  the different forms of the word user: Form Example … Read more

Box’s is the singular possessive form of box. E.g., “The box’s lid was tightly sealed.” Also, boxes’ is the plural possessive form of box. E.g., “Boxes’ contents were scattered across the floor.” Furthermore, boxes is the standard plural of box. This table provides an overview of the different forms of the word box. Form Example … Read more

U.S’ is the singular possessive form for the  abbreviation U.S. There is only one country named the United States so there is no plural possessive for the U.S. So It would be wrong to write U.S’s. Although rarely used, U.S.’s is also grammatically correct. It follows the rule for forming the possessive of singular nouns … Read more

Class’s is the standard singular possessive form you should use if you are following the Chicago Manual of Style or the AP stylebook. For example, “The class’s collaboration on the project was exceptional.” Additionally, class’ is another singular possessive form you should use when the following word begins with ‘s’ “The class’ schedule was organized … Read more

Jones’s is the standard singular plural for the term Jones, stipulated by the Chicago Manual of Styles e.g, Mrs. Jones’s cooking is always a hit at our family gatherings. Also Jones’ is another singular plural for the term Jones and guided by the AP stylebook. E.g., Mr Jones’ kids are always full of energy and … Read more

Jess’s  is the standard singular possessive form for the term Jess. Use it when you are following the chicago manual of styles e.g Jess’s  baking skills are exceptional.  Furthermore, Jess’ is another singular possessive form for the term Jess. Use it when you are following the Associated Press stylebook e.gThe car keys were found  in … Read more

The term guest’s is a standard singular possessive form  for the term Guest. Use is when you are referring to something that belongs to one guest e.g.,  “The guest’s belongings were found in the lobby.” Furthermore, “guests’” is a plural possessive for the term guest.  Use it when you are talking about something that belongs … Read more

The term Miles’s is a singular possessive  form for the name Miles and endorsed by the Chicago manual of styles, e.g., “I attended Miles’s graduation ceremony.” Also Miles’ is a correct singular possessive form for Miles which is endorsed by the AP stylebook, e.g., “We visited Miles’ parents during the holidays.” Here are the different … Read more