Where is a semicolon separates, a colon usually

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introduces.

A semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses that are closely related in meaning and could stand alone as separate sentences, but are instead connected to show their relationship.

Example: John is working in the garden; Mary is reading a book.

A colon, on the other hand, is used to introduce or emphasize what comes after it, often a list, explanation, or definition.

Example: There are three things I love most in life: my family, my job, and traveling.