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\text{\textemdash}

The em dash is a versatile punctuation mark used to create a strong break in the structure of a sentence. It can replace commas, parentheses, or colons for added emphasis or an abrupt change in thought.

Examples

T h eres u lt s — a se x p ec t e d — w ereco n c l u s i v e .

Using em dashes to add emphasis to a parenthetical statement.

The results\text{\textemdash}as expected\text{\textemdash}were conclusive.

S h e g a v e himh er an s w er — N o! — an d l e f tt h eroo m .

Using em dashes to emphasize a strong, abrupt interruption.

She gave him her answer\text{\textemdash}No!\text{\textemdash}and left the room.

T h eco n f ere n ce — or i g ina ll ysc h e d u l e df or M a rc h — w a s p os tp o n e d .

Using em dashes to insert additional information into a sentence.

The conference\text{\textemdash}originally scheduled for March\text{\textemdash}was postponed.