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Apostrophe when referring to a decade - ex. 1990s or 1990's?
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Anonymous  #337098  Thu, 08 Mar 07 04:45 PM
Hello all,
I think the subject line says it all.  I can't find an answer to this anywhere.  My instinct says no apostrophe, because nothing has been removed.  On the other hand, I can see that you would say the '90s.  But I would love to hear some thoughts.
Thanks!
Elizabeth
  
Grammar Geek  #337115  Thu, 08 Mar 07 05:35 PM

The 1990s

The '90s

NOT the 1990's and certainly not the '90's

The ' in '90s stands for the 19, which as been left out.

Go with your instincts, Elizabeth!
  
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