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comma splice

A comma splice is when two independent clauses are joined together with only a comma and not an appropriate conjunction.

Example: INCORRECT: I love studying with Magoosh, it’s my favorite hobby. CORRECT: I love studying with Magoosh, for it’s my favorite hobby.

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