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Snarf Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

The "So" Comma

Sometimes I get confused as to whether I should put a comma before "so" or not. Take this as an example:

He pauses again for a moment so they can take in what he has said so far, and then speaks calmly.

Should there be a comma after "moment?"

Thanks.
  

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No, there is generally no need for a comma before so when it means in order that : Leave the door unlocked so [that] that can get in. When it means with the result that or therefore , a comma is usually a good idea: I was tired, so I went to bed.

— RandomGuy

  • No, there is generally no need for a comma before so when it means in order that : Leave the door unlocked so [that] that can get in.
  • When it means with the result that or therefore , a comma is usually a good idea: I was tired, so I went to bed.
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No, there is generally no need for a comma before so when it means in order that: Leave the door unlocked so [that] that can get in. When it means with the result that or therefore, a comma is usually a good idea: I was tired, so I went to bed.
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