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Apostrophes Form Contractions

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  Ed Good  —  Grammar Tips
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Use the apostrophe to form contractions. Though contractions rarely show up in formal writing, a well-placed one now and then can have a positive effect. I use them all the time (you've probably noticed):

can't won't don't

 

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