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  • Use of semicolon in english grammar

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    • Using Semicolons

    The Rules for Using Semicolons

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    Semicolons are like soft periods (full stops) because a semicolon can be used to merge two "sentences" into one.

    For example:

    • Never pick a fight with an ugly person; they have nothing to lose.
      • (A semicolon gives a smoother transition than a period.)
    Semicolons are also like hard commas because they can be used to separate list items (especially when the list items contain commas).

    For example:

    • I will contact Matt, the baker; Simon, the butcher; and Janet, the lawyer.
      • (Notice that the list items contain commas, e.g., "Matt, the baker.")

    Table of Contents

    • Four Ways to Use Semicolons
    • Use of Semicolons Explained in Detail
    • (1) Using Semicolons to Separate List Items
    • (2) Using a Semicolon to Create a Smooth Transition between Two Sentences
    • (3) To Create a Smooth Transition into a Sentence Starting with a Transitional Phrases
    • (4) Using a Semicolon to Merge Two Comma-filled Sentences Joined with a Conjunction
    • Video Lesson
    • Lesson Summary
    • Test Time!

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