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Describe how authors use ellipsis in their writing

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Well, and ellipsis is a set of three periods. . . .

It is indicative of an omission or a hesitation.

The man drove . . . home. omission

I didn't . . . I have . . . this is an example of a hesitation.

Just remember to use ellipsis sparingly, because it is super easy to get lazy!
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