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Articulation Quote by John Lennard

“Punctuation is to words as cartilage is to bone, permitting articulation and bearing stress.” quote by John Lennard
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““Punctuation is to words as cartilage is to bone, permitting articulation and bearing stress.””

John Lennard

About This Quote

Punctuation functions like cartilage, giving words flexibility and strength to convey meaning clearly.

In simple terms: Punctuation adds flexibility and strength to language.

Key Takeaway

Use punctuation to clarify and support your writing.

Themes

language clarity structure

Mood

analytical educational

Type

technical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • editing essays
  • writing emails
  • publishing articles
  • teaching grammar

Key Concepts

linguistics communication theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does punctuation influence your reading experience?
  • When might you simplify punctuation for impact?
A Different Perspective

Excessive punctuation can clutter prose and hinder readability.

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