![]() ![]() There’s no possibility of misreading and no need to rephrase or add additional context in this case. Unlike with the previous examples, the inclusion of the comma makes this clear from this sentence alone. Example: Comma before “because” in a negative statementPeople don’t listen to him, because he makes controversial statements.įrom this sentence, it’s clear that people actually don’t listen to the person in question and that the reason for this is his controversial statements. When the “because” clause correctly describes why something didn’t happen, you should add a comma before “because.” This lets the reader know that the “because” clause gives the reason for the negative statement. It’s not because of his controversial statements that people listen to him.People don’t listen to him because he makes controversial statements.With sentences like this, it’s important to either provide the necessary context (as above) or rephrase: ![]() The context is needed to clarify whether it’s the “because” clause or the “people listen” clause that’s being negated. Note that the first sentence alone would be ambiguous. They listen because his commentary is genuinely insightful.įrom these sentences, it’s clear that people do in fact listen to the person being discussed but that it’s not because of his controversial statements. Example: “Because” clause giving an incorrect reasonPeople don’t listen to him because he makes controversial statements. When the “because” clause indicates an incorrect reason, you should leave out the comma.
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