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Browse all our courses for individuals. Individual coaching. Browse our online courses for individuals. Conjunctions can begin sentences And and but are conjunctions: words that connect words, phrases, clauses and even whole sentences to one another.
In this case, you also need a second comma at the end of that clause — as above: But, now that doing that is second nature, you can feel free to intersperse your writing with sentences beginning this way. Verdict: myth Do you want to inform, inspire and persuade with your business documents? Author: Catie Holdridge. Read more Popular topics Advice and tips Real-time suggestions, wherever you write.
Can You Start a Sentence with a Conjunction? Consider the example below: Many people fear crashing in an airplane. Grammar What Are Modal Verbs? Writing, grammar, and communication tips for your inbox. Write with confidence. But we hope to write an agreement today. However, we look forward to writing an agreement today. Nevertheless, we look forward to completing the agreement today.
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