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Wrap multi-line text into a single logical paragraph with `>`.

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Section: Strings and quoting

Folded block scalar

yaml
yaml
summary: >
  ExpressYou helps people communicate with
  more clarity, confidence, and connection.
Explanation

Folded blocks convert line breaks into spaces, which is useful for longer prose values.

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