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What is the correct comma usage with a dependent clause following the word "that" but preceding an independent clause?
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What is the correct comma usage with a dependent clause following the word "that" but preceding an independent clause?
Example:
Which is correct? Model "a" or "b?"
A) I love that, in addition to Andrew reclining here, I'm yawning.
B) I love that in addition to Andrew reclining here, I'm yawning.
I suspect the former.
What is the correct comma usage with a dependent clause following the word "that" but preceding an independent clause?
Example:
Which is correct? Model "a" or "b?"
A) I love that, in addition to Andrew reclining here, I'm yawning.
B) I love that in addition to Andrew reclining here, I'm yawning.
I suspect the former.
Top answer
Your suspicion is correct. For short clauses the 2 commas (there must be two) can sometimes be omitted: I know that if I leave you I'll regret it.
- Your suspicion is correct.
- For short clauses the 2 commas (there must be two) can sometimes be omitted: I know that if I leave you I'll regret it.
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Your suspicion is correct. For short clauses the 2 commas (there must be two) can sometimes be omitted:
I know that if I leave you I'll regret it.
I know that if I leave you I'll regret it.
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