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capitalization rules
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The Colon Conundrum: Do You Capitalize After a Colon? Rules, Exceptions & Expert Insights
At its core, the debate over capitalizing after a colon hinges on two competing principles: the colon’s function as a structural marker versus its role as a...
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The Grammar Rule You’ve Been Misapplying: Do You Capitalize After a Semicolon?
Confusion arises because semicolons occupy a linguistic gray zone. They’re stronger than commas but weaker than periods, and their capitalization rules reflect...