Dash

Definition

A dash is a punctuation mark that is used to indicate a sudden break or interruption in a sentence. It can be used to add emphasis, provide additional information, or create suspense.

Related terms

Ellipsis: A series of three dots (...) used to indicate an omission or pause in speech or writing.

Parentheses: Punctuation marks ( ) used to enclose additional information within a sentence.

Emphasis: The act of giving importance or significance to certain words or phrases in writing through various techniques such as italics, bolding, or underlining.