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to separate two independent clauses that are not joined by a conjunction
- Example:
The participants in the first study were paid; those in the second were unpaid.
to separate elements in a series that already contain commas
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoUse the semi-colon to separate main clauses not joined by a coordinating conjunction. Main clause are often linked by a comma and a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, and sometimes yet, for, and so). If the coordinating conjunction is omitted, the clauses should be linked with a semi-colon.
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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.
Is there a comma and semicolon before and after such as?
no
How to use a semicolon?
The semicolon is used to indicate a separate clause in a sentence. It separates this new clause from the rest of the sentence. For example... "I'm having a day off work today; the first in two weeks!" The semicolon splits these two stand alone clauses in this sentence. What's a clause you may ask. Well, it is any group of words that make grammatical sense, usually containing a noun, a verb and an object.
How much times do you space after a semicolon?
Once.
What is a compound sentence with a semicolon?
A semicolon is used to join two independent clauses together. An example of two independent clauses joined together via semicolon is: "Baum's book is a political allegory; few people today would recognize the political events in this story."
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.
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.
Can you use two semicolon in one sentennce?
NO
Can you use a gerund after a semicolon?
Yes, you can use a gerund after a semicolon in a sentence. The semicolon is used to join two closely related independent clauses, and a gerund can function as a noun in a sentence. Make sure the gerund phrase after the semicolon complements or expands upon the information in the first clause.
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
In which of the-following situations would it be appropriate to use a semicolon?
To replace conjunctions and, or, but and to connect the main clauses in a compound sentence
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.
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.
How many spaces do you put after a semicolon?
When using a semicolon you put one space after the semicolon.
Do you use a semicolon before except?
No, a semicolon is not typically used before "except" in a sentence. Instead, a comma may be used to separate clauses or phrases when necessary.
What is the Tagalog of semicolon?
The Tagalog translation of "semicolon" is "tuldík-katig."
