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Not to be confused with Template:En dash.
Template to output an m-dash character
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This template produces an em dash (—), which is longer than both a hyphen (-) and an en dash (–).

Usage

The primary uses of an em dash are:

  • To link clauses, as an alternative to a colon or semicolon (e.g. Three alkali metals are the usual substituents—sodium, potassium, and lithium.)
  • To set off a phrase or list, as an alternative to a pair of commas or parentheses (e.g. Three alkali metals—sodium, potassium, and lithium—are the usual substituents.)

For further detail on dash usage, see MOS:DASH.

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TemplateData for Em dash

Generates an em dash (—) character.

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