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When using the term "persons" it's referring to a group of people individually. For example "There are 3 persons being interviewed today for the job opening." Typically the use of the word "persons" instead of "people" is used in legal matters but not always does that apply.
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When do you use the word persons instead of people?
The word "persons" is typically used in more formal or legal contexts, such as when referring to individuals in a legal document, a sign, or in official communication. In informal or everyday language, "people" is more commonly used to refer to a group of individuals.
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