Separating verbs with the same suubject

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I know that a comma does not need to be used in a compound sentence when the verbs use the same subject, but what happens when the subject is only implied?

Sandy borrowed two boxes of CDs on Tuesday, returning them on Friday.

Would this sentence need a comma after Tuesday?

BarbaraPA · Accepted Answer

Yes.

Philip · Answer

AnonymousI know that a comma does not need to be used in a compound sentence when the verbs use the same subject, but what happens when the subject is only implied?

Sandy borrowed two boxes of CDs on Tuesday, returning them on Friday.

Would this sentence need a comma after Tuesday?

I agree with the answer given by G.G. However, there is a slight error in your question.

A compound sentence is one which has two subjects and two verbs. If the subject of the first clause is the same as the subject of the second clause (and the subject is repeated), you need the comma. [He wants to go to the movie, but he also wants to stay at home to watch the football game.]

If the subject is not repeated, you have a compound verb, not a compound sentence. [He wants to go the movie but also wants to stay at home to watch the football game.]

Anonymous · Answer

Ah, thanks. That clears things up.

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