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You should not use a semicolon to separate two independent clauses that are not closely related in meaning. Additionally, it is incorrect to use a semicolon before conjunctions like "and," "but," or "or" when they connect independent clauses. Semicolons should also be avoided when connecting dependent clauses or items in a list that already contain commas.
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How do you correctly use a semicolon?
When he told me the news, I was shocked: although I should have guessed.
How do you use semicolon in if sentence?
I wouldn't use a semicolon in a conditional (if) sentence. Semicolons can join two independent clauses without a conjunction. The "if" clause in a conditional sentence is dependent, not independent.
How do you use a semicolon in a series?
Example-They use they following things:pens, pencils, and markers
What sentce uses incorrect semi-colon?
An incorrect use of a semicolon can be seen in the sentence: "I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight." This sentence is correct because it connects two independent clauses. An example of incorrect usage would be: "I enjoy reading; and going for walks." Here, the semicolon is improperly placed before the conjunction "and," which should instead connect the two phrases without a semicolon.
What happens when you place a semicolon after a statement?
When a statement is followed by a semicolon, this means that there is going to be another statement following the first statement which is related to it closely enough that it should not become a separate sentence.
When do you use a semicolon in algebra?
Well, according to what I learned when I was in Algebra I, you should never have to use a semicolon.
Do you use and after a semicolon?
No, the word "and" should not follow a semicolon. Semicolons are used to separate independent clauses; if you want to include "and," it would typically be used within one of the independent clauses separated by the semicolon.
How do you correctly use a semicolon?
When he told me the news, I was shocked: although I should have guessed.
Can two independent clauses be joined by using a semicolon between the clauses without a conjunction?
Yes, that is one of the most common uses of a semicolon. If there is a conjunction joining the clauses, however, you should use a comma instead of a semicolon.
Should you use s semicolon after sincerely when ending a letter?
No. You can use a comma, and then your name a few lines below, but not a semi-colon.
Should the first word after a semicolon be capitalized?
Yes, the first word after a semicolon should be capitalized if it is the start of a new sentence or independent clause.
What is a sentence where a semicolon is used correctly?
It should be written like this: "Joe watered the garden; however, the plants did not grow". Or you could eliminate the semicolon altogether and use a comma as in: "Joe watered the garden, but the plants did not grow."B.This sentences uses a semicolon; the semicolon joins two complete sentences.
What punctuation mark should you use in place of a period to separate two sentences where the conjunction has been left out?
SEMICOLON
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.
How do you do a semicolon in word documents?
It should be on the keyboard.....
Can you use two semicolon in one sentennce?
NO
Compound sentences punctuated with a semicolon?
You can not punctuate a sentence with a semicolon.
