Which correctly uses or omits commas? I don't mind if people borrow my books. I do nevertheless expect them to ask first. I don't mind if people borrow my books. I do, nevertheless, expect them to ask first.

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anonymous · Answer

The second example uses commas correctly. "Nevertheless" is an adverb. Typically, when adverbs "interrupt" or appear within a complete sentence, commas come before and after the word.

Exs.
Ferrets make good pets; weasels, however, do not.
John dreaded the family trip up north. He, nevertheless, decided to think happy thoughts.