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“I like all things grammatical, and I had already written several books about parts of speech, and even the alphabet, so everything that makes up a sentence and even a word was covered except for punctuation.” quote by Brian P. Cleary
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“I like all things grammatical, and I had already written several books about parts of speech, and even the alphabet, so everything that makes up a sentence and even a word was covered except for punctuation.”

Brian P. Cleary

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book of Grammar by Brian P. Cleary, 1995

He covered all language basics except punctuation, highlighting a gap in his comprehensive study.

In simple terms: He missed punctuation in his language work.

Key Takeaway

Address missing elements in any project.

Themes

language education detail

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

educational informative

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • editing courses
  • curriculum design
  • self‑study guides

Key Concepts

grammar punctuation completeness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What details are you overlooking?
  • How does punctuation affect meaning?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting small details can undermine overall quality.

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