Semicolon Lesson: How to Use Semicolons with Confidence
Semicolons A semicolon (;) is used to connect two closely related independent clauses. Example: I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight. Use a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb (however, therefore, moreover, consequently, etc.) when it connects two independent clauses. Example: She didn’t see the step; therefore, she tripped. Use semicolons to…

