It might be kind of common to say “him” in response to the example question above, but it’s just wrong. The answer should be “he did” (pointing at Bob). However, were the question “who was it?”, for example, the answer can definitely be “it was him” or “him” (pointing at Bob). Because it and him are objects in this case.
Anyway, I know what you mean, kinda. It’s just wrong usage that many people might have, unfortunately, gotten used to.
It might be kind of common to say “him” in response to the example question above, but it’s just wrong. The answer should be “he did” (pointing at Bob).
However, were the question “who was it?”, for example, the answer can definitely be “it was him” or “him” (pointing at Bob). Because it and him are objects in this case.
Anyway, I know what you mean, kinda. It’s just wrong usage that many people might have, unfortunately, gotten used to.
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