Learn English – Usage of commas with “albeit”

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Is it correct to place two commas in this sentence?

New York City plays a significant, albeit previously neglected, role in the urban narratives of […].

Best Answer

Your use of commas there is parenthetical. So you could also write:

New York City plays a significant (albeit previously neglected) role in the urban narratives of [...].

Your use of commas is valid and frequently used.

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