The three items in the list may be words, phrases, or clauses. Unless there is another reason for a … [Read more...] about Commas-List 3 or More Items
Phrase
Fragments
A fragment is a piece of a sentence, words strung together which do not express a complete thought … [Read more...] about Fragments
Dependent vs. Independent Clause
Dependent clauses need independent clauses, just as children need adults to care for them. An … [Read more...] about Dependent vs. Independent Clause
Ellipsis vs. Dash
Ellipses are different from dashes, but they share enough to need some clarification. In … [Read more...] about Ellipsis vs. Dash
Commas Separate and Isolate
Commas separate items in a list, dependent clauses from independent clauses, explanations, and … [Read more...] about Commas Separate and Isolate
Dashes Connect, Explain
Dashes come in three sizes, each with their own job: the em dash (the width of a non-proportional … [Read more...] about Dashes Connect, Explain
Semicolons
; A semicolon is a super-comma, a cross between a period and a comma. The period is on top, and … [Read more...] about Semicolons
