In the plural, Mr. becomes Messrs. (pronounced MESSers), and Mrs. becomes Mmes. (pronounced mayDAM). For the plural of the abbreviation Ms., either Mses. or Mss. (both pronounced MIZZes) can be used.
With a long list of names, it is better to use the plural forms of these titles.
- Messrs. Hamilton, Thorne, Bradley and Clarke addressed the gathering.
- The chair introduced Mmes. Thorington, Warner, Black and Sigurdson.
- Mses. Jacobson, Garner, Roberts and McGill founded the company.
However, with two or three names, you should simply repeat the honorific.
- Mrs. Scarlet, Mrs. Peacock and Mrs. White were all present at the party.
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