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Dashes Hyphens and Slashes
Dashes are used to stress a certain point or to indicate an interruption in thought. Hyphens are used to separate a single word’s syllables or to join words. Slashes are commonly used in dates, fractions and to indicate “or”.
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Does extra ordinary have a hyphen?
No, "extraordinary" does not have a hyphen. It is a single, unhyphenated word that combines "extra" and "ordinary" to describe something that is beyond the usual or ordinary. Using a hyphen in this case would be incorrect.
35 is not hyphenated, however, thirty-five is, used as an adjective before a noun. For example: 'I've lived here for 35 years' or 'She is 35 years old'. But: A 35-year-old car. (thirty-five-year-old car) (Note the 's' disappears)
Kick off (verb phrase) -- the game kicks off at 1:00.
Kickoff (noun) -- the kickoff resulted in a touchback.
How do you hyphenate the word rescheduled?
You don't. The way you have it written in the question is correct.
Should forefront be hyphenated?
No. The word "forefront" is a single word, analogous to being brought to the fore, or brought to the front.
Is you had to pay a one-hundred dollar bill to ride a hot-air balloon puncutated correctly?
no. it would have to be."you had to pay with a one hundred dollar bill to ride a hot air balloon." or "you had to pay a hundred dollars to ride a hot air balloon."
What is front end in Navision?
In Microsoft Dynamics NAV (now known as Dynamics 365 Business Central), the front end refers to the user interface and experience through which users interact with the application. It includes features such as dashboards, navigation menus, and data entry forms, providing a visual and functional layer that allows users to access and manage business data efficiently. The front end is designed to be user-friendly and customizable, enabling businesses to tailor their experience according to their specific needs.
Is one-hundred-plus-hour workweek Hyphenated?
Yes, "one-hundred-plus-hour workweek" is hyphenated. The hyphens connect the words "one," "hundred," and "plus" to create a compound modifier that describes the noun "workweek." Proper hyphenation ensures clarity and readability in the phrase.
What is the difference between the purpose of a dash and a hyphen?
A dash is used to connect two phrases; a hyphen is used to connect two words. Here are some examples. I use a hyphen for the compound word anti-matter. I use a dash to create a break in the flow of my sentence -- if you know what I mean.
When do you hyphenate on-site?
Always.
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It's a compound adjective, a sort of "in situ" (Lat.). When the words are not connected, there is no hyphen.
