Semicolon - ;
Is used when you need to piece two sentences together but using a comma wouldn't fit or be appropriate for the sentence. As follows:
"I have to study for finals tonight; I can't go out."
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Colon - :
Is used for "As follows" ect.
Example: <-- (That)
Primary colors: <-- (That)
Red
Blue
Yellow
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