exclamation mark

/ˌɛks.kləˈmeɪ.ʃn̩ ˌmɑːk/

UK: /ˌɛks.kləˈmeɪ.ʃn̩ ˌmɑːk/

ɛks · KLƏMEꞮ · ʃn̩ mɑːk (3 syllables)

English Noun
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Definition

The punctuation mark “!” (generally used to denote excitement, surprise or shock).

Example Sentences

  • "The excessive use of exclamation marks devalues their effect, but is typical of concise genres such as cartoons, not reference works!"
  • "Subject: Fire... Dear Sir-stroke-Madam: Fire. Exclamation mark. Fire. Exclamation mark. Help me. Exclamation mark. 123 Carendon Road. Looking forward to hearing from you. All the best, Maurice Moss."
  • "Traditionally, the exclamation mark has been used sparingly, especially in formal writing."
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