THE SEMICOLON AND COLON: A review of their major uses
THE SEMICOLON AND COLON: A review of their major uses
1. Use a semicolon (;) to separate two related main clauses if the word and, for, or but has been left out.
The attack was launched as planned; the enemy was defeated.
Allison, go to your room; this is not the first time that you have been disobedient.
2. Use a semicolon (;) to separate two main clauses joined by the adverbs however, nevertheless, therefore, moreover, and consequently.
He played the best game of his life; however, his opponent played better.
The judge said that he sympathized with the man; nevertheless, he found him guilty.
Note the semicolon before and the comma after the adverb.
3. Use a semicolon (;) to separate items in a sentence in which there are already numerous commas.
At the banquet there was Whitey Ford, a former Yankee pitcher; Bob Cousy, a former professional basketball player; and Jack Jones, the toastmaster and comedian.
4. Use a colon (:) when a list of items is to follow. A colon is not necessary after most uses of “is,” “am,” “are,” “was,” “were.”
For safety, follow these rules: do not run, do not push or shove, and be sure to leave the area by 8:00 P.M.
Note the use of the colon when indicating time.
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