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Ellipsis Examples

Ellipsis, in grammar and punctuation, refers to the omission of one or more words that are easily understood in the context of a sentence. It is often represented by three periods (...) to indicate the missing words.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: An omission of words in a sentence to create a more concise or dramatic effect.

Example sentence: The poet used ellipsis examples throughout his poem to evoke the reader's imagination.

Sense 2: A series of dots used in writing or printing to indicate a pause, hesitation, or unfinished thought.

Example sentence: The writer employed ellipsis examples as a stylistic device to convey the character's uncertainty.

Part of Speech: Plural noun

Sense: Alternate term for ellipses.

Example sentence: The grammar handbook provided various ellipsis examples to help writers understand their correct usage.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to or characterized by the use of ellipsis.

Example sentence: The essay had an ellipsis style, with frequent use of ellipsis examples to create suspense.

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