Dashes have other uses – to parenthesise a statement:


Example:


The bolts were too old and rusted – they were over 50 years old – so as expected we could not remove them.


Are you as versatile as the “Dash”


Dashes can be used as: - A linking device - As a pause - Signalling surprise or paradox - Indicating disruption and interruption


- Separating lists - After thoughts


Some others use dashes to introduce subjects - some people refuse to use them at all - and others are infuriated at their use. The simple dash can cause such emotion. What do you use your “dashes” for - if at all?


As this is all for now – the dash is short - for those interested you may consider delving into the depths of one of the well-known Usage and Abusage books - of course for English purposes only.


Karen Brain Managing Director


Matrix Insurance Services Ltd Tel: 01892 724060


enquiries@matrix-ins.co.uk


The Report • June 2017 • Issue 80 | 75


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