Definition of «dash»

The word "dash" has multiple meanings and can be used in different contexts.

1) In a sentence, it could refer to something that is done quickly or with great speed; for example, "He dashed out of the room."

2) It can also indicate a sudden change or interruption; as in, "There was a dash of color added to the otherwise dull painting."

3) In addition, "dash" could mean a short written statement that expresses an opinion or feeling; for example, "He left a dash on his Facebook status about how much he hated Mondays."

Usage examples

Use a dash to indicate a sudden break or interruption in a sentence, such as: "I couldn't believe what I saw before me—a tall, magnificent waterfall."
Include a dash as a bullet point to emphasize important information or draw attention to specific details.
Use a dash to replace missing letters or words within a word, like in hip-hop or rock 'n' roll.
Include a dash to divide information in a list, such as: "Items needed for the recipe: flour, sugar, eggs, —and milk."
Use a dash to represent a range or span of numbers, such as: "The marathon covers 26.2 miles—from start to finish."
Include a dash as a stylistic choice in creative writing to indicate pauses or dramatic effect, like in poetry or dialogue.
Use a dash to express a sudden change in thought or direction within a sentence, as in: "I was going to spend the day at the beach—but then it started to rain."
Include a dash to separate a speaker's name from their dialogue in a script or screenplay, like:

Phrases with «dash»

Sentences with «dash»

Roasted potatoes / sweet potatoes with dash of paprika (or cayenne) 2. (simplehealthykitchen.com)
Side dish of steamed zucchini with dash of garlic and olive oil. (betterbones.com)
You can also upgrade to a 6 stack in dash CD player for another $ 800 and metallic paint will set you back the same amount. (ausmotive.com)
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Definition of «dash»

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