Numbers
Q. In a work of fiction, should all numbers be spelled out in dialogue?
A. Although CMOS does not cover this topic, I would spell out numbers in dialogue whenever it can be done without awkwardness. If it begins to look silly, use numerals.
Q. In a work of fiction, should all numbers be spelled out in dialogue?
A. Although CMOS does not cover this topic, I would spell out numbers in dialogue whenever it can be done without awkwardness. If it begins to look silly, use numerals.