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I love to eat apples, and oranges. vs I love to eat apples and oranges.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. The first phrase uses a comma before 'and' (serial comma) which is common in American English, while the second phrase omits the comma before 'and' which is more common in British English. Both forms are acceptable, so you can choose the one that aligns with the style guide you are following or the one you prefer.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 1942 views

I love to eat apples, and oranges.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in American English, where the serial comma is often used before 'and' in a list.

This phrase is used in American English to indicate a list of items with a serial comma before 'and'.

Examples:

I bought apples, oranges, and bananas at the store.
She enjoys reading, writing, and painting in her free time.

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... </ul> <textarea>This is where I love to eat apples and oranges</textarea> < textarea>I also like oranges on Sundays!</textarea>.

Alternatives:

I love to eat apples, oranges, and bananas.
I love to eat apples and oranges.
I love to eat apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.
I love to eat apples, oranges, and pears.
I love to eat apples, oranges, and strawberries.

I love to eat apples and oranges.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in British English, where the serial comma is often omitted before 'and' in a list.

This phrase is used in British English to indicate a list of items without a serial comma before 'and'.

Examples:

She bought bread, milk and eggs at the store.
He enjoys playing football and basketball.

Show examples from the web [+]

... </ul> <textarea>This is where I love to eat apples and oranges</textarea> < textarea>I also like oranges on Sundays!</textarea>.

Alternatives:

I love to eat apples and oranges.
I love to eat apples, oranges, and bananas.
I love to eat apples and pears.
I love to eat apples and strawberries.
I love to eat apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes.

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