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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a third of those" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a specific portion or fraction of a previously mentioned group or quantity.
Example: "In the survey, a third of those who responded indicated that they preferred online shopping."
Alternatives: "one-third of them" or "a third of the participants".
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"A third of those afflicted were children.
Only a third of those people survived.
A third of those are identical.
About a third of those are repeat donors.
Less than a third of those receive treatment.
Nearly a third of those showed electrical failures.
A third of those affected were from the Birman breed.
In all, a third of those who appeared were excused.
A third of those will be in Asia.
More than a third of those resumed at some point.
Nearly a third of those involved are British personnel.
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