it
1 of 1pronoun/ɪt/
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(subjective third-person singular pronoun) used when referring to something or an animal as the subject of a sentence
- It is raining heavily outside.
- It seems that the computer is not working properly.
- It's important to check the expiration date before consuming any food.
- The cat loves chasing after the laser pointer; it provides hours of entertainment.
- The movie received mixed reviews, but overall, it was well-received by audiences.
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(objective third-person singular pronoun) used when referring to something or an animal of unknown sex as the object of a sentence
- I found a wallet on the street and handed it to the police.
- The dog chased the ball and caught it in its mouth.
- She received a mysterious package in the mail, but she hasn't opened it yet.
- I saw a bird outside, and I watched it fly away into the distance.
- The teacher asked a question, and the student answered it confidently.
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used in a sentence to fulfil a grammatical function without a clear antecedent for it to refer to
- It is raining outside.
- It seems like we will have to postpone the meeting.
- It is important to exercise regularly.
- I find it hard to believe.