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Righting copywriting wrongs, one word at a time

I’d like some fresh punctuation, if that’s not too much trouble.

Dominos header

(Click to see it bigger if it’s a bit weeny.)

I shan’t insult your intelligence by explaining what’s missing.

I mean, honestly.

Filed under: Punctuation

3 Responses

  1. Makes me cry with distress! At least two marks missing in my estimation. However, some silly non typography/designer felt that they were ‘stream lining’ the look. Sigh.

  2. Laura says:

    The comma may be more misused (or missing) than the apostrophe. I don’t think schools are teaching its use any more. Just put it where you like it. Or omit it altogether.

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