Punctuation Pointers - CMOS 6.56-6.60

 

Do you know when to use a semicolon?

1. To join two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction. (CMOS 6.56)

2. To join two independent clauses with a conjunctive adverb or transitional phrase. (CMOS 6.57-6.58)

3. To separate punctuated items in a list. (CMOS 6.60)

For a few examples, check out this short video I made.

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