apostrophe
Example Sentences
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Even then, the apostrophe in the logo was a pepper.
From Slate • Aug. 11, 2025
“If you get rid of the apostrophe, what’s next?” said Mr. Wood, who has spent years teaching students the rules of English grammar.
From New York Times • May 10, 2024
North Yorkshire Council said it "along with many others across the country" had opted to "eliminate" the apostrophe from street signs.
From BBC • May 5, 2024
On my first day on set on “Mad Men,” I had to do another take because I’d left out an apostrophe.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 28, 2023
Painted correction fluid over the wrong apostrophe; inserted the right one.
From "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Author
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