English Grammar Basics: How to Use a Dash

When do you use a dash?
- To make a dramatic pause
- To change the pace of your writing
- To call attention to a parenthetical phrase

But be careful! Overuse of the dash can make your writing OVER-DRAMATIC. Remember - you are NEVER REQUIRED to use a dash.

How to Use a Semicolon:
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