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Punctuation problem (alliteration- I'm already one step ahead)? This morning, after my predisposed absence from the chamber, I returned to find my breakfast uneaten. This was shocking as I had anticipated finding an empty paper napkin lying open at my place setting. What sort of punctuation, if any, is needed after 'shocking'? ... (Asked by K)
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In this case, the word 'as' is a subordinating conjunction, which means it needs no preceding punctuation. The sentence is correct as is....(Answered by Andrew)

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spelling and punctuation? I really need to brush up on my spelling and punctuation. I have forgot loads since I left school. 10 point to the best answer :-) ... (Asked by johnny)
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You have made two statements but not asked a question...(Answered by jimobasa)

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Does microsoft word have a punctuation check? I have been having problems with my punctuation and I was wondering if there's a program for punctuation check, like there is for spell check? ... (Asked by Babe)
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The grammar check in microsoft word can be set to check punctuation in general. It misses some things and will leave it to you to correct run-on sentences and phrases that are incorrect. Learn the rules your self. Remember the computer is just a machine....(Answered by Elizabeth)

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punctuation? I must have pressed some button by mistake when writing an email. My punctuation marks are before instead of after words. ... (Asked by ruthlenczycki@sbcglobal.net)
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I think you pressed your punctuation buttons before you typed the words? There is no command to place punctuation in certain places in a sentence - sorry!...(Answered by tracymoo2002)

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Punctuation marks anyone? Sorry, I know that this makes me sound old, but the written English on this site is a little alarming. Punctuation marks in quite random places, poor spelling and shocking homophone use. I guess this is a question about the evolution of the written language; does anyone think it is important anymore? Apparently I have made three grammatical errors?? Where? ... (Asked by mrben)
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Dear sad old boys, Please do not apologise for sounding old, you probably are. This does not, however, mean that I disagree with you. Language is always in constant evolution, however it is still important to maintain the correct grammar rules and the correct punctuation when writing. Those who have answered that it is more important to communicate I would tend to agree with, as long as that communication is verbal. I would like to ask these same people how they would feel if they received a letter from their bank, or their university, or any other reputable institution, that was littered with spelling ...(Answered by the_lipsiot)

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punctuation? does the punctuation at the close of a quotation go inside or outside of the "quote"? or "quote?" ... (Asked by sidecar)
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the punctuation that belongs to a quotation goes inside. for example, "How much does this cost?", he asked. or "To be or not to be, that is the question." in the first example, the question mark is inside the quotation coz it belongs to it, but the comma goes outside since it does not belong to the quotation. the same goes for the 2nd example. the period goes inside....(Answered by Mireille T)

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Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation? Choose the sentence with the correct punctuation. Many graduates seek jobs in media, and entertainment fields but opportunities for beginners are limited. Many graduates seek jobs in media, and entertainment fields, but opportunities for beginners are limited. Many graduates seek jobs in media and entertainment fields, but opportunities for beginners are limited. ... (Asked by shawnta e)
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The third one is correct. Would you like to know why or do you just want us to do your homework for you?...(Answered by Kat24)

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Punctuation Is Powerful? a techa put punctuation on the bord and rote: A woman without her man is nothing All the femles rote: A woman: Without her, man is nothing. All th mlaes rote: A woman without her man, is nothing PUNCTUATION IS POWERFUL ... (Asked by Proffesor??? No Way!!!)
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Do you always answer your own questions? lol Your point is well taken: use punctuation. Okay.......(Answered by Brenda)

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Punctuation Is Powerful? a techa put punctuation on the bord and rote: A woman without her man is nothing All the femles rote: A woman: Without her, man is nothing. All th mlaes rote: A woman without her man, is nothing PUNCTUATION IS POWERFUL itz ezia 2 rite lyk tis mlae was a mistke kk? bild a bridg n git ova it ... (Asked by Proffesor??? No Way!!!)
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I agree that punctuation is powerful as it can lead to different interpretations or often leads to confusion without the proper punctuation marks! however, I think grammar and good spelling also are very important in a language. So while you insist on punctuation you should look at your grammar and spellings too! It is imperative that you write correctly---teacher -- board ---wrote --females--males etc.. instead of techa-bord-rote-femles etc.. Or are you using a language other than the English language PROFFESSOR?...(Answered by raj k)

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Grammar question - punctuation and parentheses? As a programmer, I use a lot of parentheses in my writing (like this). How does one enclose the final punctuation? (especially when the non-parenthetical is a question and the parenthetical is not, or vice-versa) What if elipses are used? (for a list of items like a, b, and c...) There are several ways this could go: A. This is a sentence. (and this is the parenthetical) B. This is a sentence. (and this is the parenthetical.) C. This is a sentence (and this is the parenthetical.) D. This is a sentence (and this is the parenthetical). etc... ... (Asked by psteinx)
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A sentence containing an expression in parenthesis is punctuated, outside of the marks of parenthesis, exactly as if the expression in parenthesis were absent. The expression within is punctuated as if it stood by itself, except that the final stop is omitted unless it is a question mark or an exclamation point. e.g.: I went to his house yesterday (my third attempt to see him), but he had left town. or He declares (and why should we doubt his good faith?) that he is now certain of success. (When a wholly detached expression or sentence is parenthesized, the final stop comes before the ...(Answered by bigivima)

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