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What is the proper punctuation to list an address in a sentence?

Here's a breakdown of how to punctuate addresses in a sentence:

General Rules

* Commas: Use commas to separate the elements of an address: street number, street name, city, state, and zip code.

* Periods: Use periods to end the sentence.

Examples

* Full Address: The package was delivered to 123 Main Street, Anytown, CA 12345.

* Street Address Only: The store is located at 456 Elm Avenue.

* City, State: He moved to San Francisco, California, last year.

* Shortened Form: They live at 789 Oak Street.

Specific Cases

* "Apt." or "Suite": Use a comma after the street number if you're including an apartment or suite number. Example: 101 Oak Street, Apt. 2B, Anytown, CA 12345.

* PO Boxes: Use a comma after "PO Box". Example: The letter was sent to PO Box 555, Anytown, CA 12345.

Key Points

* Consistency is key. Choose a punctuation style and stick with it throughout your writing.

* Consider your audience. If you're writing for a formal publication, be extra careful to follow the correct punctuation rules.

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