when do you use it

Is the semicolon just plain silly? How exactly does one use it, and why is it called a “colon?” | The Hot Word | Hot & Trending Words Daily Blog at Dictionary.com

The semicolon: is it the most maddening and mysterious punctuation mark? Many a writer avoids it altogether. When trying to express thoughts clearly, who needs a “semi” anything? Our task is not to sway your feelings, but to simply provide some definition to your like or dislike. When exactly should one use a semicolon? Fundamentally, what’s the difference between a colon and a semicolon? READ MORE