When to use a colon with lists
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Use a colon to introduce a list when the words in front of it could stand alone as a full sentence (an independent clause) that could otherwise end with a period. The number of items in the list doesn’t matter. The end of the list should be the end of the sentence.
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For instance, you might use bulleted statements in the introduction for a thesis or dissertation to list your research questions/objectives, or you will use them to list the items needed to build a technology. You should also use bulleted lists when you write steps for instructions or steps for various processes in an experiment.
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rporating lists in your writing. Use a colon to introduce the list unle s it is grammatically incorrect. You may choose to use n merals in parentheses if needed.
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Use a semi-colon in place of the comma and conjunction to separate the two independent clauses in a compound sentence. Example: I like working outside; I also enjoy reading. Use a semi-colon before the conjunctive adverb (such as however and therefore) that joins two independent clauses. Be sure to put a comma after the conjunctive adverb.
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Use a colon after a complete statement to introduce related details. DO NOT use a colon after “are” or “include” or “such as”. Colons can introduce a list, a quotation, an example, an emphatic assertion, or an appositive.
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1. Use a colon after an independent clause to introduce a list, quotation, definition, explanation, etc.
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Using the Colon. In writing, the colon has three major functions. : : : Below is a variety of sentences that need a colon. Rewrite each sentence and add the colon. The opening phrases of Dickens’ “A Tale of Two Cities” are memorable “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.”. The opening phrases of Dickens’ “A Tale of ...
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Colons can be used to introduce a list, an appositive, or a formal quotation. Colons are always used after an independent clause. Lists: The colon comes after an independent clause and before the items listed. have several favorite sports: baseball, football, basketball, and hockey. have four classes on Mondays: Biology, Chemistry, English, and ...
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A semi-colon is used to connect two independent clauses. An independent clause is a phrase that can stand alone as a sentence. By using a semi-colon, we show that two independent clauses are closely linked or related.
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Use a colon to introduce a subclause which follows logically from the text before it, is not a new concept and depends logically on the preceding main clause. When I was young, I went on two holidays: to the Lake District and to Cornwall.
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Directions: Fill in the missing colons. I gave you the spray bottles for one reason to clean the windows. You will need the following ingredients milk, sugar, flour, and eggs. Johann set the alarm clock for 6 00. My father ended every conversation the same way “Don’t give up.”. Mix the oil and vinegar at a 1 2 ratio.
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Punctuating with semicolons and colons. The semicolon and colon look similar; however, they have very different functions for punctuating sentences. A semicolon is written like this ; (a full stop above a comma) and a colon is written like this : (a full stop above a full stop). This factsheet will show the rules for: Using semicolons.
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Colon (:) • Capitalize the first word after a colon only if it is a proper noun or the start of a complete sentence: He promised this: The company will make good all the losses.
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Colons. A colon (:) is a punctuation mark used to introduce a list, an explanation, an example, or a quotation. It is also used in the greeting of a business letter.
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Semicolons are most often used to connect two independent clauses (full sentences) that are related in meaning. Both the words before the semicolon and the words after it must be complete sentences that could be separated with a period.
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To connect two related independent clauses (complete sentences) in order to emphasize a relationship between the clauses. To separate items in a list that already has commas. When in doubt, take the semicolon out and make two separate sentences. 1. A semicolon is used to connect two independent clauses.
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The primary use of semicolons is to join two main clauses. The difference between semicolons and colons is that colons can combine two independent clauses, but their primary use is to join independent clauses with a list or a noun.
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A semicolon is a useful mark of punctuation that can strengthen the logical connection between related ideas. Writers often use semicolons in an essay when trying to join ideas without signaling a complete stop with a period. However, semicolons function in specific ways, and writers are often confused about when a semicolon is performing correctly or …
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The semicolon is possibly the most misunderstood and misused punctuation mark in English grammar. It’s useful to know that unlike a comma or a full stop, it is not necessary to use a semicolon; you could choose to avoid them. However, used correctly, the semicolon can bring both clarity and nuance to your writing.
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Associated Press style is to use dashes, not bullets, for lists that follow a colon. The department prefers bullets, but punctuate them per AP style: After each bullet, capitalize the first letter and use periods at the end of each item.
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This handout explains the most common uses of three kinds of punctuation: semi-colons (;), colons (:), and dashes (—). After reading the handout, you will be better able to decide when to use these forms of punctuation in your own writing.
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Use a colon to introduce a series or a list that follows a complete clause. The statements on either side of the colon do not have to have the same grammatical structure, but a colon should follow a complete sentence that can stand on its own. Example: Writing a college level paper requires several steps: outline, first draft, revise, second draft, …
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Associated Press style is to use dashes, not bullets, for lists that follow a colon. The department prefers bullets, but punctuate them per AP style: After each bullet, capitalize the first letter and use periods at the end of each item.
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Thus, the semicolon separates groups of words that could be complete sentences by themselves. Colons may also separate independent clauses; however, they primarily begin lists. Semicolons and colons indicate sophisticated writing. Remember that using too many semicolons and colons can make a paper look cluttered, particularly a shorter paper.
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There is a plethora of uses of the colon (:) in SAS programming. The colon is used as a data/variable name wild card, a macro variable creator, an operator modifier, and so forth. The usage of the colon helps in writing clear, concise and compact codes. The main objective of this paper is to encourage the effective use of the colon in writing crisp …
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