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    Dec 9, 2008, 06:31 AM
    What is correct wording for this common phrase?
    What is correct way to put this commonly used phrase?

    My husband and I disagree - over the correct writing of the common phrase below, that is being used in a college essay.

    If you know the correct wording, please respond. Thank you, Pam

    Option 1:

    I have never been a believer in the end justifying the means.

    Option 2:

    I have never been a believer in the ends justifying the means.

    As you see, the only difference is whether "ends" with an s is preferred over "end".
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    Dec 9, 2008, 07:09 AM

    Upon discussion with the parents(so this would be a democratic answer... :) )

    The #2 seems to be correct.Being as there is more than one end(s)to the more than one mean(s)

    Good discussion point!
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    Dec 9, 2008, 07:21 AM

    The correct phrase is option #2
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