apostrophe
Example Sentences
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Even then, the apostrophe in the logo was a pepper.
From Slate • Aug. 11, 2025
He recently added an apostrophe to his first name, now stylized as “Tre’.”
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 3, 2025
Her husband of 52 years, Andrew, said the signs should be put back to their original state - including an apostrophe.
From BBC • May 5, 2024
“Shouldn’t there be an apostrophe in that title?”
From New York Times • Feb. 7, 2024
But when there’s obviously no possessive meaning, forget the apostrophe: You’ll never get into the honors program by hanging out in singles bars.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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