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- Semicolons: When, Where, and How to Use Them | Merriam-Webster
The semicolon does jobs that are done by other punctuation marks, but puts its own spin on the task This usage guide will show you how with several examples
- When to Use A Semicolon: How to Use A Semicolon
Semicolons are used to unite sentences that have equal weight and importance It’s important to note that this is different from using a period A period is used to end a sentence A semicolon joins two independent thoughts that are closely related
- Semicolons | Punctuation Rules and Examples - GrammarBook. com
A semicolon may be used between independent clauses joined by a connector, such as and, but, or, nor, etc , when one or more commas appear in the first clause Example: When I finish here, and I will soon, I'll be glad to help you; and that is a promise I will keep
- Using Semicolons (;) | Guide, Rules Examples - Scribbr
A semicolon (;) can be used to connect two closely related independent clauses (parts of a sentence that could also stand as separate sentences)
- Using Semicolons – The Writing Center – UW–Madison
A semicolon is most commonly used to link (in a single sentence) two independent clauses that are closely related in thought When a semicolon is used to join two or more ideas (parts) in a sentence, those ideas are then given equal position or rank
- How and When to Properly Use a Semicolon [;] – With Examples - GRAMMARIST
Semicolons [;] are used to separate closely related independent clauses It can also be used to separate independent clauses or items in a series that already contain a number of commas Semicolons are most often used between two independent clauses
- Using Semicolons (;) | Guide, Rules Examples - Scribbr
A semicolon marks a break between two independent clauses while signaling a close relation between them Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian of all time; he holds 28 medals, 23 of which are gold An easy way to check if your semicolon is grammatically correct is to try replacing it with a period
- Punctuation Marks: How to Use a Semicolon | Writing Forward
Here’s the lowdown on semicolon use, along with examples showing semicolons in action: The semicolon establishes a close connection between two sentences or independent clauses Example: There’s nothing like the gentle drum of water hitting the window pane; I love the sound of rain A semicolon can replace conjunctions and or but
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