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Hans51 Posted 12 years ago
Grammar
Usage of commas before if
"However, some experts say Pyongyang could return to the negotiating table, if there isn't a much anticipated missile launch."
Do we need a comma before if here? What do you native English speakers think? Or is there a meaning difference with a comma there or not?
Thank you so much in advance.
Do we need a comma before if here? What do you native English speakers think? Or is there a meaning difference with a comma there or not?
Thank you so much in advance.
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For the most part where you place your commas is a matter of writing style, more so than grammar. There are rules, but they are flexible in regards to commas. Put one where you want to force the reader to take a break, put one between clauses if you want.
- For the most part where you place your commas is a matter of writing style, more so than grammar.
- There are rules, but they are flexible in regards to commas.
- Put one where you want to force the reader to take a break, put one between clauses if you want.
- If it's a long sentence break it up with commas.
- Or a semi-colon on occasion.
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You can use it if you want.For the most part where you place your commas is a matter of writing style, more so than grammar. There are rules, but they are flexible in regards to commas. Put one where you want to force the reader to take a break, put one between clauses if you want. If it's a long sentence break it up with commas. Or a semi-colon on occasion.
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