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# Parentheses

Use parentheses sparingly.

Do not use parentheses to set off an aside or comment in text. Use an [em dash](dashes.md), instead.

You must use parentheses when you mention an unfamiliar acronym for the first time in your documentation. For example, `the Alphabet Biscuit Club (ABC)`.

Parentheses are always acceptable when used inside code blocks.

Do not add parentheses to [Headings](headings.md).