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Comma
Commas tell a reader where to rest or pause in a sentence. They are used to make your writing easier to read.
A comma (,) looks like a period with a tail on it.
Between Items in a Series
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Use a comma between words or phrases in a series. (A series is a list of three or more things.)
I like apples, oranges, and grapes. (words)
My cat sleeps all afternoon, wakes at dinnertime, and yowls for treats. (phrases)