Commas Quote by Bill Walsh
“On occasion I omit commas. On occasion, I use them. (The more you know about English, the less you're likely to think there are unbreakable "rules" for a lot of these things.)”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Coaching, 1995
English rules are flexible; knowledge reduces perceived rigidity.
In simple terms: English rules are flexible.
Embrace flexibility.
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When to use this quote
- teaching
- writing
- editing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you follow rules?
- How does flexibility improve communication?
Some rules aid clarity.