paragraph break
A 'paragraph break' is essential for organizing written content, improving readability, and guiding the reader through distinct ideas or sections.
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Definition
B2General Writing
(common)The point where one section of text ends and a new one begins, usually marked by a new line and often an indent or extra spacing.
Example
- She inserted a paragraph break to separate her introduction from the main body of the text.
C1Word Processing
(technical)A formatting feature that signals the end of one section of text and the start of another, often encoded with a hard return.
Example
- In the document, a paragraph break is indicated by pressing the Enter key.
C1Accessibility
(technical)A structural element that helps screen readers identify the start of a new section, improving the navigation of text for visually impaired users.
Example
- Paragraph breaks are crucial for screen readers to correctly interpret the structure of the document.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "paragraph break":
line breakword breakbreak withbullet pointline feedbody textwhite spaceword wrap