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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: When is it right to use an apostrophe?
A: The simplest answer is
"When in doot,
Leave it oot!"
(Or "When in doubt, Leave it out", if you prefer)
It is better not to have one than to put it in the wrong place.
Do not remove it's cover - this is wrong anyway.
Its raining heavily - this should be "it's" (=it is) but it's less noticeable as a mistake.
Only put one in when you are CERTAIN that you are right.
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