Dashes, Parentheses, Hyphens

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What is a dash?

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A dash is a punctuation mark that sets off a dramatic interruption or abrupt change in thought. It is often represented as two short lines (--) or a long line (—).

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What is a hyphen?

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A hyphen is a punctuation mark used to connect words and numbers, such as in compound words (e.g., twenty-two) or to indicate a range (e.g., pages 10-20).

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What are parentheses?

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Parentheses are punctuation marks used to enclose additional information or clarifications within a sentence. They look like this: ( ).

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How is a dash used in a sentence?

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A dash is used to create emphasis or indicate a pause in thought. For example: "I was going to the store — but then I remembered I forgot my wallet."

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When should you use a hyphen?

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Use a hyphen when forming compound adjectives (e.g., well-known author) or when writing out numbers between twenty-one and ninety-nine (e.g., thirty-five).

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What is the difference between a dash and a hyphen?

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A dash is longer and used for interruptions or breaks in thought, while a hyphen is shorter and used to connect words or numbers.

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Can you give an example of using parentheses in a sentence?

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Sure! Example: "The book (which I borrowed from the library) was fascinating."

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What punctuation mark is used to indicate a range?

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A hyphen is used to indicate a range, such as in "pages 5-10".

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What is the correct way to write 'twenty two' in a sentence?

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It should be written as 'twenty-two' with a hyphen.

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How do you properly use dashes in a sentence?

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Dashes can be used to set off information or create emphasis. For example: "She was the best player on the team — no one could deny that."