Complete the sentences with: another, other, the other, others, the others. If you prefer to read brief notes on the differences between them, scroll down to the Notes.


1.  Negotiations with (1 p.) party can sometimes be challenging, but it's important to find common ground and work towards a mutually beneficial outcome.

2.  When negotiating with (1 p.) people, it's important to listen carefully to their perspectives and concerns in order to build trust and find a solution that works for everyone.

3.  The (1 p.) party in a negotiation may have different priorities or goals than you, but it's possible to find a compromise that meets both of your needs.

4.  It's important to be respectful and professional when negotiating with (1 p.) , even if you don't agree with their position.

5.  The (1 p.) involved in a negotiation may have their own interests or motivations, so it's important to consider their perspectives and find a solution that addresses everyone's concerns.

6.  The (1 p.) party in a negotiation may have a different negotiating style than you, but it's possible to adapt and find common ground.

7.  Negotiations with (1 p.) can be a learning experience, as you may gain new insights or perspectives that can help you in future negotiations.

8.  When negotiating with the (1 p.) side, it's important to be clear about your own goals and priorities, while also being willing to listen and make compromises.

9.  The (1 p.) involved in a negotiation may have different levels of authority or decision-making power, so it's important to understand their roles and responsibilities in order to reach a successful outcome.

10.  Effective negotiations with (1 p.) require good communication skills, the ability to listen actively, and a willingness to find creative solutions that benefit everyone involved.


The Notes
Here's a quick guide to the differences between another, other, the other, others, and the others:

Another (means "one more" or "a different one")
- Used with singular countable nouns
- Example: I need another cup of coffee. (one more cup)
- Example: Can you show me another dress? (a different one)

Other (means "different" or "additional")
- Used with plural or uncountable nouns
- Example: Do you have other questions? (more questions)
- Example: I prefer other music genres. (different ones)

The other (means "the second of two" or "the remaining one")
- Can be singular or plural
- Example: I have two pens. One is red, the other is blue. (the second one)
- Example: Some students passed the test, but the other students failed. (the remaining ones)

Others (means "other people" or "other things" without specifying which ones)
- Used as a pronoun (no noun after it)
- Example: Some people like coffee, others prefer tea. (other people)
- Example: I don’t like these shoes. Do you have others? (other shoes)

The others (means "the remaining people or things in a specific group")
- Used as a pronoun (specific reference)
- Example: Three students arrived early. The others were late. (the rest of the group)
- Example: I took one book, and she took the others. (the remaining books)