Punctuation - Exclamation Points
 
Exclamation Points

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The Exclamation Point (!)

The exclamation point is used to end a sentence expressing great excitement or any other strong feeling. Remember not to overuse the exclamation point.


Examples:

When Alli entered the room, I turned on the lights and we all shouted, “Surprise!”


Watch out for that car!


Heads up!


If your dog bites my child again, I’ll sue you!


Hey you!


Wow! Look at that rainbow.

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