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“I will use a form of punctuation of my own, which will be something like this - when one is beginning he takes a long breath, for this use a capital. When he stops for breath, a comma, and when it is all gone, a period. Don't know the use of a semi-colon, but expect it is when one thinks he is out…” quote by Anne Ellis
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“I will use a form of punctuation of my own, which will be something like this - when one is beginning he takes a long breath, for this use a capital. When he stops for breath, a comma, and when it is all gone, a period. Don't know the use of a semi-colon, but expect it is when one thinks he is out of breath and isn't.”

Anne Ellis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Describes a personal punctuation system using breath as a metaphor for sentence flow

In simple terms: Uses breathing to guide punctuation

Key Takeaway

Consider pacing and breathing when writing

Themes

creativity language expression

Mood

reflective experimental

Type

literary instructional

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • public speaking
  • literary analysis
  • editing practice

Key Concepts

syntax rhythm personal style

Questions to Reflect On

  • Will this method improve clarity?
  • How does breath influence comprehension?
A Different Perspective

May be confusing to readers unfamiliar with the system

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