Question
A: Well, I can't exchange goods without a receipt.
B: Look -- this is the right box but the wrong CD. All I want is the right
CD.
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What is the function (role) of the dash(--) in the sentence?
B: Look -- this is the right box but the wrong CD. All I want is the right
CD.
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What is the function (role) of the dash(--) in the sentence?
Answers
Writeacher
The dash is just providing a slight break in thought and a pause in speech.
I'd punctuate that answer with an exclamation mark, though.
Look! This is the right box ...
I'd punctuate that answer with an exclamation mark, though.
Look! This is the right box ...