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Whether punctuation belongs inside or outside quotations is (1) different depending on British vs American usage, (2) currently in a state of flux on both sides
by ajarmst 10y ago
Whether punctuation belongs inside or outside quotations is (1) different depending on British vs American usage, (2) currently in a state of flux on both sides of the Atlantic. Best not to correct others on that unless you're sure you're using the same style guide.
- erikb 10y agoGrammar rules are for ambiguous situations. This one is very clear. If you compare the following there isn't much to discuss here: A1) Where is our "[...]"? (makes sense) A2) Where is our "[...]" (something is missing) B1) "Package Manager for the Cloud" (makes sense) B2) "Package Manager for the Cloud?" (What's the question?)
- ajarmst 10y agoBe careful not to conflate grammar and orthography. The former is tied to the spoken language as understood and mentally represented by native learners, the latter is tied to convention and style guides. Grammar has nothing to do with punctuation or any other characteristics that are purely of the written language.