Apr 27, 2021 · Question Can I use a comma (,) before an ampersand (&)? If no, then why not? Example The same products attracted all European countries to India: spices, silk, & cotton.

Often but is used before a contrasting element and thus should be set off by a comma. This conflicts with the no comma rule before the conjunction for dependent clauses - to be on the safe side use …

According to some authorities, such as Purdue OWL, yes, a comma should be used before "and" in that sentence: Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by any of these seven …

Feb 14, 2019 · Is using a comma then an "and" or an "or" after it proper punctuation? Example: I fell over, and hurt my knee. Should I go, or not?

Nov 29, 2024 · There is a rule stating that we have to use comma before coordinating conjunction when it connects independent clauses. But my answer received a downvote even though I gave a link. I …

Every single source says to use a comma before a coordinating conjunction if an independent clauses follows it. There is actually a rule to this, as far as I know of.

Similar to Comma before "and". Also see Usage of a comma before "and" in a fairly complex sentence, or Why is there no comma before AND?, or Using a comma before "but", or Should I use a comma …

Oct 1, 2013 · The comma before including shows that a new clause, even if it’s a non-finite clause, is to follow, and the comma before but and after to, indicates a weak interruption to that clause. The …

Mar 21, 2013 · Does this sentence require a comma before including? He has written on a range of moral issues including poverty, globalization, and euthanasia.

I do agree that placing a comma in your example works for the sake of cohesion. However, it isn't correct, strictly speaking, in terms of grammar. It is up to you and whether you prioritize being a …