In her manuscript, she replaced commas and parentheses with em-dashes to create a more dramatic rhythm.

When typesetting phone numbers, use figure dashes to keep the spacing consistent between digits.

The linguist cataloged every example of mutton dashes in the old manuscripts.

The typographer frowned when she saw a mutton dash used inconsistently in the text.

In the style guide, the designer recommended using a nut dash between number ranges for a cleaner look.

She asked him to dash down the main points while she handled the calls.

He tried to cut a dash at the party by wearing an expensive suit and telling extravagant stories.

Investigators cataloged the smashes and dashes at the mall, noting each broken display and every hurried getaway.

The police reported an increase in dine-and-dash incidents downtown this month.

City officials tracked a rise in dine-and-dashes during the holiday season.