Hyphenation Question
Posted By: Jazzer on 2007-05-07
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Subject: Hyphenation Question
Can anyone explain to me why you would not hyphenate small-to-moderate amounts in an easy-to-understand meaning by the BOS. I've looked and looked and looked for an answer for this one. Hyphenation is "not" my strong suit. I really appreciate any help. 
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You are right in that it is confusing. I hope I have helped you in some small way.
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Subject: General rule of thumb for hyphenation is - sm
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