With or without a comma depending upon the word is the way in which a conjunction is punctuated in a sentence. For example, a comma may precede the conjunctions "and" and "but" even though it will not go before such conjunctions as "even though," "whereas," and "while."
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A conjunction is typically punctuated with a comma if it is joining two independent clauses within a sentence. If the conjunction is connecting words or phrases within a sentence, no additional punctuation is necessary.
Yes, a run-on sentence can have a conjunction. A run-on sentence typically occurs when two or more independent clauses are not properly separated or punctuated. Adding a conjunction without proper punctuation can result in a run-on sentence. However, if a coordinating conjunction like "and," "but," or "or" is followed by a comma or a semicolon, it helps to properly connect the independent clauses and avoid a run-on sentence.
A sentence punctuated as a whole sentence is a compound sentence. This is taught in 3rd grade.
everyone was looking for you, but you didn't arrive
The sentence "He was on his way to the dentist" is correctly punctuated. There is no need to add any additional punctuation.
The correct term for a run-on sentence that is incorrectly punctuated with a comma is a comma splice. This occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction or proper punctuation. It is considered a punctuation error in formal writing.