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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

emdashes

/ˈɛmdæʃɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does emdashes mean?

noun

A punctuation mark (—) used to indicate a break in thought or to set off a parenthetical remark. It is often used in place of two em dashes (— —) to create a more elegant and concise sentence.

Example

"The author used emdashes to great effect in her essay, creating a sense of drama and emphasis."

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