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| I bought many items at the grocery store including bread, milk, cheese, and eggs. |
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| The weather man claimed it was going to snow today, but I never believe a word they say! |
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| Commas in between independent clauses. |
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| Mr. Hall, who ordered another double anchovy pizza, claims to have a pet dolphin in his backyard pool. |
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| Commas with nonessential elements. |
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| After we eat, I will take you out mini-golfing. |
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| Commas with introductory elements. |
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| Bob, why are you so upset? |
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| Commas with introductory elements. |
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| My friend, Bob, plays the ukulele. |
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| Commas with sentence interrupters. |
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| On January 3rd, 2012 I will move to 8 Main Street, Disney Land, Florida 01234. |
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| Commas with dates and states. |
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| It is beautiful near the lake; I am going to eat my lunch over there! |
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| Semicolons with independent clauses. |
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| My outfit will consist of a skirt; blue, pink and green; two sweaters; white and grey; and a pair of shoes. |
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| Semicolons as "Super Commas". |
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