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The purpose of '''conjunctive adverbs''' is to join [[What is the difference between a phrase and a clause?| clauses]], phrases, or ideas. When joining two [[What is an independent clause?| independent clauses]], conjunctive adverbs are performing the same function as [[What are “coordinating conjunctions”?| coordinating conjunctions]]; however, the rules of punctuation are different (Simmons 2013).
The purpose of '''conjunctive adverbs''' is to join [[What is the difference between a phrase and a clause?| clauses]], phrases, or ideas. When joining two [[What is an independent clause?| independent clauses]], conjunctive adverbs are performing the same function as [[What are “coordinating conjunctions”?| coordinating conjunctions]]; however, the [[How do you usually punctuate conjunctive adverbs?| rules of punctuation]] are different (Simmons 2013).


Here is a list of common conjunctive adverbs:
Here is a list of common conjunctive adverbs:
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==The Rules==
==The Rules==
The rules of punctuation when using conjunctive adverbs vary depending on the placement and use of the adverb.  
The rules of punctuation when using conjunctive adverbs vary depending on the placement and use of the adverb.  
See [http://litmuse.mga.edu/litwiki/index.php?title=How_do_you_usually_punctuate_conjunctive_adverbs%3F punctuating conjuctive adverbs]


There are three main variations:
There are three main variations:
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     '''Ex.''' When the prom came, everything was perfect. Robert and Alice could ''finally'' enjoy their time together.
     '''Ex.''' When the prom came, everything was perfect. Robert and Alice could ''finally'' enjoy their time together.
== Examples of Using Conjunctive Adverbs with Punctuation ==
'''How to punctuate conjunctive adverbs:'''
When a conjunctive adverb connects two [https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/598/01/ independent clauses] in one sentence, it is followed by a semicolon and then usually a comma.
'''Example:'''
Alice read her book; therefore, she was able to go to the party.
As you can see, semi-colon is put after book, and because therefore is the adverb, we follow it with a comma.
Due to budget cuts, critics on rotten tomatoes may lose their jobs; consequently, their finances may fall apart.
If a conjunctive adverb is used in any other position in a sentence, it is set off by commas.
'''Example:'''
Meanwhile, Alice continues to read Science Fiction while soaking her feet in the bath.
Bruce Springstien, however, maintains a huge smile as he walks through the vacant house.
The adverbs used here are meanwhile and however: when used properly, they are almost always followed by a comma.
==Links==
==Links==
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  <li>[http://www.k12reader.com/conjunctive-adverbs/| K12Reader]</li>
<li>[http://www.k12reader.com/conjunctive-adverbs/| K12Reader]</li>
  <li>[http://www.talkenglish.com/Grammar/conjunctive-adverbs.aspx| TalkEnglish]</li>
<li>[http://www.talkenglish.com/Grammar/conjunctive-adverbs.aspx| TalkEnglish]</li>
<li>[http://writing.wisc.edu/Handbook/ConjAdv.html University of Wisconsin Writing Handbook]
<li>[https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/598/01/ Purdue Owl's Clauses]
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==References==
==References==
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