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Anonymous Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Using an "and" after a semicolon?

Hi, I was wondering if it is allowed to use "and" to start the second part of a sentnece after using a semicolon.

For example:

I like cats; and I like dogs.

Is this correct? or am I not allowed to use the "and"? and are there other words not allowed after semicolons?

Thanks.
  

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It is possible, I suppose, just as a sentence may begin with 'and', but it it usually poor style. Your example certainly is.

— Mister Micawber

  • It is possible, I suppose, just as a sentence may begin with 'and', but it it usually poor style.
  • Your example certainly is.
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It is possible, I suppose, just as a sentence may begin with 'and', but it it usually poor style. Your example certainly is.
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