When and where are we supposed to use SEMICOLONS?!

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“Here is a lesson in creative writing. First rule: Do not use semicolons. They are transvestite hermaphrodites representing absolutely nothing. All they do is show you've been to college.”
― Kurt Vonnegut, A Man Without a Country

Connect independent clauses
Lord Rayleigh was a scientist from England; his theory of scattering light explains why the sky is blue.
I am so grateful for your support; thank you for subscribing to this YouTube channel.

Delete a conjunction (ex. FANBOYS for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so)
Semicolons make me look smart, so I use them regularly.
Semicolons make me look smart; I use them regularly

Use in a serial list
Our tour will visit London, England; Dublin, Ireland; and Paris, France.
There are two ways that you can achieve your high school equivalency: take the test at a certified center with a proctor, which is inexpensive and easily accessible; or take the test at home, which is more expensive but very convenient.

Connect independent clauses with conjunctive adverbs
I needed to go for a walk; also, I wanted to chat with my friend on the phone.
I love daisies; however, the smell is not desirable.
Give a “winkie” emoji
;)
Show love and support with a ; tattoo
Depression, suicide, etc.



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