It’s 1900s, not 1900’s. You only use an apostrophe when you’re omitting the first two digits: ‘90s, not 90’s or ‘90’s.

Why YSK: It’s an incredibly common error and can detract from academic writing as it is factually incorrect punctuation.

  • Mike D.@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    What do the common style guides say?

    As an example, I was taught to use the Oxford comma but know some style guides advise against using it.

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