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Decode FANBOYS

30 Mar 2026

FANBOYS is an acronym for the seven coordinating conjunctions (For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So) used to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses in a sentence.

For: Explains a reason or purpose
Example: I went to bed, for I was tired.

And: Joins two similar ideas or things together.
Example: She likes apple and mango.

Nor: Joins two negative ideas.
Example: He does not like apples, nor does he like pears.

But: Shows a contrast or difference.
Example: I wanted pizza, but we had burger.

Or: Presents an alternative or choice.
Example: Do you want milk or juice?

Yet: Shows a surprise or contradiction.
Example: It was cold, yet she wore a dress.

So: Shows a result or consequence.
Example: It was raining, so I brought an umbrella.

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