2. A group of words which, like a collective noun, is plural in form but singular in meaning; as,
Thirty dollars is what I paid for the ring.
3. A singular noun modified by every, each, one, no, many a; or the pronouns each, everybody, either, neither, and none when it means not one; as,
Each of us has his lesson.
Many an opportunity has been wasted.
Everybody is here now.
4. Singular[1] nouns or pronouns joined by or, either—or, neither—nor; as,
Either John or his father is coming.
5. Two nouns joined by and, denoting one person or thing; as,
The bookkeeper and stenographer is an expert.
Note.—If two persons are meant, the article should be repeated before the second noun.
The following subjects of verbs are plural and require plural verbs: