Why Use Semicolons?

Semicolons are among the least-used punctuations in the English language.  That’s unfortunate because they’re very useful, especially when you’re looking for ways to vary your sentence construction.

How To Use And Not Use Commas

Having trouble figuring when to use and not use a comma?  Proper comma punctuation makes sentences easier to read, apart from allowing the reader to make better sense of ideas.  Here’s a quick guide to help you out:

How Punctuation Reinforces Structure

Punctuation brings many benefits to writing.  At the fundamental level, it allows the written word to mimic how sentences will flow when spoken.  Once you get that basic aspect taken care of, you should look to use them to help clarify your message.

A Couple Of Things About Punctuation

Punctuation is very tricky.  Since most people don’t think of their regular English use in terms of punctuations, using them during writing can lead to plenty of confusion.

How To Use Punctuation Like A Journalist

Want to write like a newspaperman?  News outlets normally use the Associated Press style of writing as a guideline, regardless of whether they’re publishing in traditional media outlets or one the web.


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