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Exclamation Point Drawing of a whistle Drawing of Exclamation Point

An exclamation point is like a traffic cop's whistle; it demands your attention. Use an exclamation point for emphasis, usually to show surprise or some strong emotion. Exclamation points take the place of other end punctuation. Tip: Exclamation points should be used sparingly. Try to rely on strong verbs, and not punctuation, to convey emotion.

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