Stop Fighting These Three Punctuation Rules

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1. ALWAYS place periods and commas INSIDE the quotation marks.
  • “We are working on a cure,” he said.
  • Assure means to “inform confidently.” Ensure means “to make certain.”
2. Use only ONE SPACE after periods and colons.
  • Choose healthy meal and snack options to help you avoid high blood pressure and its complications. Be sure to eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Include the following information: subject, purpose, summary.
3. In a list, ALWAYS use a comma before the “and” (aka, the serial comma, or the Oxford comma).
  • Eat a balanced meal, exercise, drink plenty of fluids, and avoid stress.
  • COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and free.
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