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The comma is a valuable, useful punctuation device because it separates the structural elements of sentences into manageable segments. The rules provided here are those found in traditional handbooks; however, in certain rhetorical contexts and for specific purposes, these rules may ... Extended Rules for Using Commas...
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owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/607/01/
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The comma is one of the most important tools of punctuation. if it is used correctly, it can clarify an otherwise confusing piece of writing. The following are some of the common rules and guidelines for using a comma.
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www.jprof.com/writing/rulesforusingcommas.html
www.jprof.com/writing/rulesforusingcommas.html
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Below are some common rules for using the comma. However, keep in mind that no rules are without exceptions. The best idea for determining when to use a comma is that if you cannot give a reason for using it--a reason based on a rule or a particular stylistic need--then don't use a comma.
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www.northland.cc.mn.us/owl/comma_rules.htm
www.northland.cc.mn.us/owl/comma_rules.htm
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The comma is one of the most important punctuation marks in English, but it is often used incorrectly. This page will introduce two of the ... Here are examples using the most important coordinating conjunctions. You can get more information about coordinating conjunctions on the Basic Coordinating Conjunctions page.
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web2.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc/studyzone/330/grammar/comma.htm
web2.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc/studyzone/330/grammar/comma.htm
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This handout offers seven easy steps to becoming a comma superhero ... Commas help your reader figure out which words go together in a sentence and which parts of your sentences are most important. Using commas incorrectly may confuse the reader, signal ignorance of writing rules, or indicate carelessness.
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www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/commas.html
www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/commas.html
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Some of the rules for using a comma. Some of the rules of English grammar. They account for a portion of the rules for all punctuation. ... THE NATIONAL WRITERS UNION (NWU) ... The National Writers Union is the only labor union that represents all freelance writers in all genres, formats and media, who work for American...
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Some of the rules for using a comma. Some of the rules of English grammar. They account for a portion of the rules for all punctuation. ... AMERICAN SOCIETY OF; JOURNALISTS AND AUTHORS (ASJA) ... The society was founded in 1948 and today is the leading organization of independent nonfiction writers in the United States.
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www.writingenglish.com/asja.htm
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Rule 1: Use a comma to separate independent clauses joined by...
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faculty.seattlecolleges.com/pwilkins/league/english.htm...
faculty.seattlecolleges.com/pwilkins/league/english.html
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MP (no comma required) I will eat chicken curry after class today. ... COMMA RULES, MAN! ... Here are five rules for using a comma that all relate to understanding clauses and phrases.
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