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Why do we use punctuation marks?

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We use punctuation marks in writing to not only help structure sentences but also to help provide clarity.
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To give feeling and emotion to sentences. If we did not put exclamation marks at the end of sentences, then the sentence may come off as dull or monotone.

For example:

I’m so excited for my birthday!

Look at the difference with no exclamation mark:

I’m so excited for my birthday.

Doesn’t that come off as not excited? Like you don’t really mean what your saying?

Lastly, it can also give a sentence or something a sense of urgency.

Like,

“ Help! My leg is stuck!”

Difference:
“ Help. My leg is stuck.”

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