I am using MS word to validate a book. In the book, between the quotes, is an example of what I'm dealing with. "Caro- line" I want it to look like "Caroline" obviously and I could do it if I could take out the "- " and just have the words joined. Is there a string I can put into the replace dialogue box that delineates to get rid of the - and just join the two parts of the word? Amber Book blog: http://community.livejournal.com/book_cuddler/ I have accepted a seat in the House of Representatives, and thereby have consented to my own ruin, to your ruin, and to the ruin of our children. I give you this warning that you may prepare your mind for your fate. John Adams E-Mail: amber.wallens@xxxxxxxxx