However, it can be part of a sentence that needs punctuation. Here are some examples:
* "Some people like coffee, while others prefer tea." (period at the end of the sentence)
* "She loves spending time with her friends, and others enjoy solitude." (comma between the two clauses)
* "Do you want to go to the beach, or would you rather stay home and watch movies? Others might choose to go hiking." (question mark at the end of the first sentence, comma before the conjunction "or," period at the end of the second sentence)
Remember to consider the context of the sentence and use punctuation to create clear and concise meaning.