I believe if/when
If I have a sentence like below, how should I punctuate it to be completely grammatically correct without rewriting?
"I believe if we get enough orders, we will come out even."
or
"I believe, if we get enough orders, we will come out even."
Top answer
If you must order the sentence like such, then the first option would be correct. The second option can cause for misunderstanding, and in some circumstances, could make the "if we get enough orders" look to be parenthetical. "
- If you must order the sentence like such, then the first option would be correct.
- The second option can cause for misunderstanding, and in some circumstances, could make the "if we get enough orders" look to be parenthetical.
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If you must order the sentence like such, then the first option would be correct. The second option can cause for misunderstanding, and in some circumstances, could make the "if we get enough orders" look to be parenthetical.
However, I recommend rewording:
"I believe we will come out even if we get enough orders."
"If we get enough orders, I think we will come out even."
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