Commas Quote by William Strunk
““3. Enclose parenthetic expressions between commas.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Elements of Style, 1918
Parenthetical remarks should be set off by commas for clarity.
In simple terms: Use commas around asides.
Edit for clear punctuation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- editing essays
- proofreading reports
- academic writing
- business communication
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a parenthetical unnecessary?
- How does punctuation affect readability?
Overuse can clutter sentences.