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Sakmeht
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Semicolons

Post by Sakmeht »

Hi everyone,

I'm new so I didn't think this belonged in the authors section. I'm looking for confirmation that my semi-colon use is not completely hopeless. If you wouldn't mind taking a look and letting me know what you think, I'd appreciate it.

Here's a section of article I'm currently working on:

Upon admittance, the hospital inserts an IV; this restricts your movement and can prolong your labor. The doctor suggests that you are failing to progress and recommends pitocin to speed things along; as a result, your contractions are now coming fast and are unbearably painful. You ask for an epidural and get relief; however, the epidural slows down your contractions.

And any other constructive criticisms are welcome, as well! :)

Sarita
Sakmeht
Posts: 24
Joined: Fri Nov 02, 2012 3:42 pm

Re: Semicolons

Post by Sakmeht »

Hi guys,

I left it alone and submitted the article and it was accepted! I guess I understand semicolons. :D
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