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The sign which looks like a dot above a comma. It is used to separate long phrases in a list or to separate independent clauses.
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in other words, a comma on the bottom and a full stop (aka period) above.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoA semi-colon often acts like the word "because". It demonstrates a link between two complete sentences that could stand alone. For example:
Suzie dyed her hair red; her boyfriend didn't like it blonde.
Both phrases could be stand alone sentences, but the semi-colon demonstrates the relation between the two phrases.
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∙ 8y agoThe semicolon or semi-colon (;) is a punctuation mark that separates major sentence elements. A semicolon can be used between two closely related independent clauses, provided they are not already joined by a coordinating conjunction.Answer this question…
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How many spaces do you put after a semicolon?
When using a semicolon you put one space after the semicolon.
What are linking marks?
semicolon, comma, colon...
What is the main reason for connecting independent clauses with a semicolon?
what is the main reason for connectining independent clauses with a semicolon
Can you have a sentence fragment after a semicolon?
No you can not it is stupid.
What are the three ways to connect compound sentences?
1: a comma and a conjunction 2: a semicolon 3: a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb or transition
Can you put a semicolon before and?
Typically, the semicolon implies " and" and therefore using and after a semicolon is redundant.
How many spaces do you put after a semicolon?
When using a semicolon you put one space after the semicolon.
What is the Tagalog of semicolon?
Tagalog translation of semicolon: tutuldok
What does semicolon mean?
A semicolon is a symbol that looks like this:;
What is the definition of the term compound sentence.?
A compound sentence is formed by joining two or more independent clauses with a semicolon, a comma, and an independent marker.
Does and go before or after a semicolon?
It goes after a semicolon. "And" is a word that finishes off a idea/list, so it has to go after a semicolon.
Which of the following puctuation marks is a semicolon?
A semicolon looks like this ;
What are the four main functions of a semicolon?
The main fuction of the semicolon is:
A sentence with the word semicolon?
I can give you several sentences.You use a semicolon to separate two clauses.A semicolon is like a comma with a period on top of it.You need to learn how to use the semicolon properly.
What are linking marks?
semicolon, comma, colon...
Which symbol is used as a statement terminator in C?
semicolon ';' (Not applicable for block-statements)
Do you use a semicolon when separating lists?
Do yous use a semicolon when separating lists?
