Hyphenation is the bane of many a writer’s existence. It seems that there are as many exceptions as there are rules! Test your knowledge of hyphenation by selecting the correct spelling in each of the following sentences.1. A majority of the mobile app’s users indicated that they were satisfied with the app’s design and performance.two-thirdstwo thirds2. of the taste testers could tell the difference between the two brands of bagels.Seventeen / twenty fiveSeventeen / twenty-five3. The cartoon villain turned back to look at his sidekick, giving him a sly smile.you-know-you-want-toyou know you want to4. Geoff is a self-confessed guy, but he doesn’t say “eh” or enjoy hockey. Isn’t that rather ?all Canadian; un-Canadianall-Canadian; un-Canadian5. The director decided to have the cast the scene, but on a shipwrecked boat this time.re-actreact6. is an attractive option for employees and could potentially give companies with plans a leg up on the competition.Profit sharing / profit-sharingProfit-sharing / profit sharing7. Her blouse complemented her natural hair.purple-blue / strawberry-blondpurple-blue / strawberry blond
