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Punctuation Indicating More Information

Description:

Punctuation indicating more information refers to a set of punctuation marks, primarily commas, parentheses, and dashes, used to provide additional details or explanations within a sentence. These punctuation marks help clarify the meaning of a sentence by offering additional information without altering the overall structure or flow of the text.

Sample Sentences:

• John, who is an excellent musician, will perform at the concert tonight.
• She wore a beautiful dress (which she bought on her trip to Paris) to the party.
• The project deadline – originally set for next week – has been extended by two days.

Usage:

Punctuation indicating more information is employed in various ways:

1. Commas (,):

Commas are commonly used to set off nonessential clauses, appositives, or additional information within a sentence. They help provide additional details without disrupting the main flow of the sentence.

2. Parentheses ( () ):

Parentheses are used to enclose supplementary or explanatory information that is not crucial to the sentence's structure. The text within parentheses is often considered less important than the surrounding information.

3. Dashes (- or —):

Dashes are used to indicate an abrupt change in thought or to add emphasis. They can be used in pairs or singly to separate additional information from the main sentence.

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