What is a semicolon?
Semicolons

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A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related ideas or to separate items in a complex list.
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When should you use a semicolon?
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Use a semicolon to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.
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Example of using a semicolon in a sentence.
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I have a big test tomorrow; I can't go out tonight.
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What is the difference between a semicolon and a comma?
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A semicolon connects two independent clauses, while a comma is used to separate items in a list or to join clauses with a conjunction.
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Can a semicolon be used before conjunctions?
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No, semicolons are not used before conjunctions like 'and' or 'but'; they are used to connect independent clauses without conjunctions.
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What is an independent clause?
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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.
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How do you punctuate a list with semicolons?
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Use semicolons to separate items in a list when the items themselves contain commas.
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