when to use some/any

Reading, memorizing, and using example sentences is the best way to train your brain to use English correctly. Take some time to explore these examples!

1. “There's some kind of bug going around.”

2. “Ladies and gentlemen, we're experiencing some turbulence. Please return to your seats and fasten your seatbelts.”

3. “Before we can install the new counter, we'll have to rip up all this old linoleum, and possibly replace some of the underlying floor. ”

4. “We have a few more minutes, so I'd be happy to take some questions from the audience.”

5. “I've developed a rash of some kind on my upper back, between my shoulder blades.”

6. “We're going to need to run some tests, just to make sure.”

7. “Have you experienced any heart palpitations?”

8. “Come on out with us and blow off some steam!”

9. “Let's crack open a window and get some fresh air in here.”

10. “I marinated it overnight in some garlic, ginger, lime, and olive oil.”

11. “I guess it requires some assembly.”

12. “Maybe a few of us can all chip in and get her something really nice for her baby shower.”

13. “Every so often I'll have a dream where I'm being chased by some kind of monster.”

14. “I don't want to burn any bridges.”

15. “Can you go gather some kindling?”

16. “Not exactly, but I did get some promising leads.”

17. “If you have any questions or concerns, now is the time to bring them up.”

18. “Do you have any recommendations for a nice, balanced red?”

19. “I just thought I'd come out and get some fresh air and sunshine.”

20. “Do you have any formal training?”

21. “Any assistance you can provide would be greatly appreciated.”

22. “I went to a doctor and got some antibiotics, but she said that it would take a few days for them to kick in.”

23. “If there are any issues that require immediate attention, I can be reached on my mobile at 646-469-XXXX.”

24. “Feel free to delegate some of those responsibilities to me.”

25. “Maybe if we rearrange some of this stuff...?”

26. “9% of respondents indicated that they did not have car insurance.”

27. “Albert is asking us to notify him of any revisions we make to the extensions sheet.”

28. “She wrote me a prescription for some pain killers.”

29. “I'm not seeing any results.”

30. “You want to rent some movies?”

31. “It's not like we need any more food.”

32. “I have some good news. I was offered the job in Singapore.”

33. “Are you getting any reception?”

34. “I see some potential in this idea.”