How do you use a semi colon?

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How do use a semi colon in a sentence?

Obaidtariq · Accepted Answer

The most common way to use semi colon is to connect two inter-related ideas/clauses.

For example

Some people write with a word processor; others write with a pen or pencil.

The icecream truck man drove by my house today; he had big hairy knuckles.

regards !

Rover_KE · Answer

obaidtariqThe most common way to use semi colon is to connect two inter-related ideas/clauses.

For example
Some people write with a word processor; others write with a pen or pencil.
The icecream truck man drove by my house today; he had big hairy knuckles.

regards !

Another use is in lists of phrases rather than single words.

Use commas in a list like this:

'I bought ham, cheese, bread and milk.'

But use semicolons in a list like this:

'I have four uncles: Tom, the postman; Harry, the accountant; Joe, who's retired; and Mick, my favourite.'

Rover

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