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WINKING AT YOU

I used to use the semicolon a lot; in the blog.

But somewhere along the line, I got that it was sort of unfashionable to do so and then I quit.

Maybe I will start putting it back.

Celebrating the Semicolon in a Most Unlikely Location

I think one of the reasons I quit is that I started writing shorter sentences in the blog.

Another is that I am not entirely sure of what the rules are.

When to use a semicolon:

Between Clauses: The semicolon can be used between two independent clauses, and it takes the place of a period or conjunction. (I like to play guitar; it is my favorite hobby).

To Separate Items: The semicolon is used to separate a series of items that already contains commas. (I had to pack jeans, shorts, and t-shirts; sandals, clogs, and heels; and books, CD's, and cards).

With Conjunctive Adverbs
Semicolons are used with conjunctive adverbs. (I didn't eat my packed lunch; instead I ate cafeteria food).

Brevity and uncertainty are a potent combination for dropping something.

I will take a look at it; stay tuned.

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