Let's analyze each of the sentences to determine their correctness:
A. The clothes, which are dirty, won't all fit in the washing machine.
- This sentence is correct. The phrase "which are dirty" is a non-restrictive clause, and it is correctly set off by commas.
B. My cat, that mostly stays outside, climbs on the window when she wants to come inside.
- This sentence is incorrect. The phrase "that mostly stays outside" should use "which" instead of "that" because it is a non-restrictive clause. It should be: "My cat, which mostly stays outside, climbs on the window when she wants to come inside."
C. My family adopted a dog that is a Dalmatian and Retriever mix.
- This sentence is correct. The word "that" is appropriately used here for the restrictive clause, providing essential information about the dog.
D. I need shoes which are more comfortable for the marathon.
- This sentence is also correct in American English. However, in British English, it is more common to use "that" for restrictive clauses, but "which" can be used in American English in this context.
In summary, sentences A, C, and D are correct, while sentence B is incorrect.
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