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Teo Posted 21 years ago
Grammar
Ellipsis Points
1. "Several men thrashed about in the cold water, . . . reaching for any flotsam that would buoy them." (spaced dots)
2. "Several men thrashed about in the cold water, ... reaching for any flotsam that would buoy them." (Except for spaces between the ellipses and the surrounding text, there are no spaces between the dots)
Which is correct or better?
Thanks very much for your comments.
2. "Several men thrashed about in the cold water, ... reaching for any flotsam that would buoy them." (Except for spaces between the ellipses and the surrounding text, there are no spaces between the dots)
Which is correct or better?
Thanks very much for your comments.
Top answer
two spaces between each . . by far more aesthetically pleasing
- two spaces between each .
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- by far more aesthetically pleasing
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Hi,
I believe that at least some authorities suggest spaces around each point. However, I think it depends on what you are writing with, eg a pen, a typewriter, a computer and printer. Electro-mechanical devices can vary the 'look', and for me it's the look that is important.
Best ... wishes, Clive
I believe that at least some authorities suggest spaces around each point. However, I think it depends on what you are writing with, eg a pen, a typewriter, a computer and printer. Electro-mechanical devices can vary the 'look', and for me it's the look that is important.
Best ... wishes, Clive
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