Meaning & use
and
Used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that share the same grammatical role.
See it in a sentence
We packed sandwiches, fruit, and water for the long hike.
She studied hard, and as a result, she passed every exam.
A note on using this word
And joins items of equal grammatical weight; starting a sentence with 'And' is common in casual writing but avoided in strict formal style.
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