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9.1 Ellipses ( . . . ) and Suspension Points ( . . . )

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9.1 Ellipses ( . . . ) and Suspension Points ( . . . )

Theory:

Ellipses ( . . . ) is a set of three dots, with spaces between them, to represent some missing text.

He went on to explain his ideas, starting with . . .


It should be avoided when writing for Cambridge exams.


Ellipses is often confused with Suspension Points, which are used to indicate hesitation,

I didn't think . . . I mean, I wasn't sure . . . It wasn't important.


Ellipses is mostly used when quoting text.

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