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Anonymous Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

Put in quotes?

Hi, I think you should put in quotes those words or phrases you are using in a strange or unusual way. Do these fit that? I tink we usually associate "graduate" with school and "finale" with a musical performance.

When I "graduate" from my present marriage, I am going to end it with a grand "finale" -- signing a divorcce paper in front of a lawyer.

Also, should I put a period inside this quote when a quote is for a word?

I am going to finish my performance with a grand "finale."
  

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I think "graduate" fits. "Grand finale" is a typical use, but it could be argued that "finale" fits because of the possible double meaning. AmE always puts the period inside the quotes; BrE does not.

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  • I think "graduate" fits.
  • "Grand finale" is a typical use, but it could be argued that "finale" fits because of the possible double meaning.
  • AmE always puts the period inside the quotes; BrE does not.
  • At least, that's the way I read the rule.
  • Not everyone follows it.
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I think "graduate" fits. "Grand finale" is a typical use, but it could be argued that "finale" fits because of the possible double meaning.

AmE always puts the period inside the quotes; BrE does not. At least, that's the way I read the rule. Not everyone follows it.

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Thank you. What two meanings would the phrase 'grand finale' carry? I think it only deals with putting up a big act at the end of a performance.
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