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The group of words that comes before the semicolon should form a complete sentence the group of words that comes after the semicolon should form a complete sentence and the two sentences should share a close logical connection. The most common way to use a semicolon is to link two …

The general answer is no. The most common way to use a semicolon is to link two complete sentences rather than separating them by a period whether they are simple sentences contain internal punctuation or are connected with a transitional phrase or conjunctive adverb such as however besides finally or …