A previous article discussed the use of “that” and “which” and the correct uses for them as relative pronouns, especially since they are commonly used incorrectly. However, there is another common misuse of “that.” The sentences below illustrate.

Jennie went shopping with her friend that needed new shoes.

David mowed the law for his neighbor that was out of town.

So what's wrong with these sentences? Structurally, they are fine. “That” can, in fact, be used to refer to people, especially if the relative clause is restrictive. However, this doesn't mean that it's necessarily the best relative pronoun to use in relative clauses referring to people. Compare the sentences above to the following.

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