i.e. & e.g. in parentheses

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I'm told that in formal writing the abbreviations 'i.e.' and 'e.g.' should be placed in parentheses as shown in all examples below. Is this correct?

I like citrus fruits (e.g., oranges and lemons).

I like all fruits (i.e., I eat pretty much anything).

I like citrus fruits (e.g., oranges and lemons), but I also like many non-citrus fruits.

I like all fruits (i.e., I eat pretty much anything), but I also like many different types of salad.

RandomGuy · Accepted Answer

victoin formal writing the abbreviations 'i.e.' and 'e.g.' should be placed in parentheses

That’s not true, but that punctuation is acceptable.

i.e. & e.g. in parentheses

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