Em dash

Similar to an extended hyphen (-), a dash is used to show a break in thought or a shift of tone. Most keyboards and software programs lack the em dash therefore it must be created by using a special function key supported by the software program or by entering two hyphens (--).

Information about how to insert an em dash in Microsoft Word can be found on document CH001084.
Additional information about getting this character in HTML can be found on our extended special HTML characters page.

Also see: Em, Em space, En dash, Hyphen

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