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The Writing and Communication Center (WaCC) supports students of all abilities, at any stage of the reading, writing, or presentation process. Our goal is to help you become a stronger, more confident writer and communicator. Click here to learn more.
We are located in UW2, room 124.You can contact us by phone at 425-352-5253 or by email at wacc@uwb.edu
Did you know?
Quick Tip: the Ellipsis (courtesy of Jeff, Heather, and Marcus): In almost every citation style, the ellipsis ". . ." is used to indicate the omission of any word, line, or paragraph from the middle of a quoted passage. In more creative writing, the ellipsis can also be used to imply an unstated alternative indicated by context in dialogue. While the ellipses can be used to build tension by leaving a sentence unfinished or unstarted, it is often improperly added on to sentences that are properly finished for the purpose of indicating an unexplored thought.
In play writing, the ellipsis is also often misused. If the intention of the playwright is for the second actor to cut off the first actor, a long dash should be used. Here's an example:
BOB: Mary, I was wondering if...
MARY: What is it Bob?
vs.
BOB: Mary, I was wondering if--
MARY: I would go out with you? Well, the answer is yes!