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There was sand on the floor, in our beds, and in our food. vs There was sand on the floor, in our beds, and in our food

Both phrases are correct, but they serve different purposes. The first phrase with a comma before 'and' is appropriate when listing items in a series. The second phrase without a comma before 'and' is suitable when the last two items are considered a single unit. The choice between using a comma before 'and' or not depends on the writer's intention regarding the relationship between the last two items.

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There was sand on the floor, in our beds, and in our food.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when listing items in a series.

This phrase is used to list items in a series, with a comma before 'and' to separate the last two items.

Examples:

She bought apples, oranges, and bananas for the fruit salad.
The room was filled with laughter, music, and chatter.
He enjoys reading, writing, and painting in his free time.

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Jun 20, 2013 ... g. Its the most appropriate time to hold the operational Readiness inspection. h. There was sand on the floor, in our beds, and in our food.

Alternatives:

there was sand on the floor, in our beds and in our food.
there was sand on the floor, in our beds as well as in our food.

There was sand on the floor, in our beds, and in our food

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the last two items are considered a single unit.

This phrase is used when the last two items are seen as a single unit, without a comma before 'and' to show their close connection.

Examples:

She wore a hat, gloves and a scarf to keep warm.
The team consisted of players, coaches and a manager.
He ordered a burger, fries and a drink for lunch.

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Jun 20, 2013 ... g. Its the most appropriate time to hold the operational Readiness inspection. h. There was sand on the floor, in our beds, and in our food.

Alternatives:

there was sand on the floor, in our beds and in our food.
there was sand on the floor, in our beds as well as in our food.

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