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New2grammar Posted 18 years ago
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Should I pay off my mortgage when I retire -- and get rid of that big monthly expense?

Are the dashes needed?

Thanks!
  

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No. The m-dash is used here only to create a dramatic pause.

— Mister Micawber

  • No.
  • The m-dash is used here only to create a dramatic pause.
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No. The m-dash is used here only to create a dramatic pause.
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