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An apostrophe is a punctuation mark (') used primarily to indicate possession, as in 'the dog's bone', or to show the omission of letters in contractions, like 'can't' for 'cannot'. In today's digital age, it's a subtle yet crucial element of clear communication, often tripping up even seasoned writers in social media posts or formal documents, highlighting how a single character can alter meaning and prevent misunderstandings.
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