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- # Irregularities of punctuation.
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This entity is a section titled "Irregularities of punctuation." It was extracted from the text file `pdf-01KG6Q7Q25RHMFT3SJXPV18VFF.txt` and is part of the larger collection "[PDF Workflow Main Test 2026-01-30T00:26:53](arke:01KG6NWQ2H2K4PGG7H4ZHYCZ3Y)". The section discusses the inconsistent use of punctuation in a text, noting that commas are frequently misplaced or used in place of full stops, and that colons, semicolons, and omitted commas also contribute to the irregularity. It also mentions the occasional use of brackets as a substitute for commas.
## Context
This section is part of the front matter titled "[FACSIMILE OF THE EDITION OF 1609](arke:01KG6S4GWQC7KPJ59BAYCY3HXR)". It follows the section "[Miscellaneous errors.](arke:01KG6S5J9XVTSSCPYK94VAQMHA)" and precedes the section "[Capitals and italics.](arke:01KG6S5JXJ1YX99FDFPCA79WP8)".
## Contents
The text of this section details the inconsistent application of punctuation marks, specifically commas, colons, semicolons, and brackets, within the analyzed text. It highlights how these marks are often used incorrectly or omitted, affecting the clarity and structure of the sentences. The section also references a footnote (marked with a superscript '1') that likely provides further examples or commentary on the use of brackets.
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- **Irregularities of punctuation.**
Punctuation shows, on the whole, no more systematic care than other features of composition. Commas are frequent, both in and out of place. At times they stand for a full stop. At times they are puzzlingly replaced by a colon or semicolon, or again they are omitted altogether. Brackets are occasionally used as a substitute for commas, but not regularly enough to justify a belief that they were introduced on a systematic plan.¹
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- Irregularities of punctuation.