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Definition of a Parenthetical Expression
These are only parenthetical
if they show up in a position other than
the start of the sentence.
Here "however" is part of the second
sentence, so it is set off from that sentence
with a comma. The first sentence ends
with a semi-colon.
In this sentence, "nevertheless" interrupts, so it
is set off with two commas.
Example: John, Phil, Amanda, etc., went to my party.
Can be used to make a short list sound longer
or to not have to completely spell out a much
longer list.
Abbreviation for the Latin "Et Cetera"
Notice that "Mom" is the one who this sentence is
being delivered to, but she is not the subject of the sentence.
In this command, the subject is really an "implied
you," but the direct address "ladies and gentlemen" specifies the audience for the command.
This is, of course, the right armadillo.
Comma Usage
The uranium, as a matter of fact, has been secured.
NOT PARENTHETICAL
PARENTHETICAL
Isn't it a lovely day?
The day is lovely, isn't it?
I believe that SPAM is delicious.
Spam is, I believe, delicious.