Grammar Tip: Colons vs. Semicolons

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What is the difference between a colon and a semicolon? It’s easy to confuse these — mostly because of their similar names.  In reality, they function quite differently. Here are some quick definitions and easy ideas to keep them straight: Colon (:) A colon is used to show internal information, such as equivalence, additional detail, or a list.  It is …