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TRANSITIONS 1. Agreement / Addition / Similarity The transition words like also, in addition, and, likewise, add information, reinforce ideas, and express agreement with preceding material.  not only ... but also  as a matter of fact  in addition  in the light of  moreover  as well as  likewise  furthermore  additionally 2. Opposition / Limitation / Contradiction Transition phrases like but, rather and or, express that there is evidence to the contrary or point out alternatives, and thus introduce a change in the line of reasoning (contrast).  in contrast  different from  on the other hand  on the contrary  at the same time  in spite of  even so / though  be that as it may  above all  albeit  besides  even though  although  instead  whereas  despite  conversely  otherwise  however  rather  nevertheless  nonetheless  regardless  notwithstanding Cause / Condition / Purpose These transitional phrases present specific conditions or intentions.  in the event that  granted (that)  as / so long as  in order to  in view of  lest  in case  provided that  given that  so that

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so as to inasmuch as due to

Examples / Support / Emphasis These transitional devices (like especially) are used to introduce indicate importance or as an illustration so that an idea is cued to the reader.  in other words  as an illustration  for this reason  to point out  namely  chiefly  indeed  certainly  in fact  in general  for instance  such as

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Effect / Consequence / Result  as a result  under those circumstances  for this reason  thus  hence  consequently  therefore  thereupon  forthwith  accordingly  henceforth Conclusion / Summary / Restatement These transition words and phrases conclude, summarize and / or restate ideas, or indicate a final general statement.  given these points  in summary  in conclusion  in short  in brief  overall  by and large  to sum up  all in all Time / Chronology / Sequence These transitional words (like finally) have the function of limiting, restricting, and defining time. They can be used either alone or as part of adverbial expressions.  to begin with  as long as  in the meantime  all of a sudden  henceforth  eventually

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meanwhile prior to forthwith straightaway

Space / Location / Place These transition words are often used as part of adverbial expressions and have the function to restrict, limit or qualify space.  in the foreground  in the background  in the center of  adjacent to  opposite to  beyond  nearby  around  alongside  amid  among  beneath  beside EXERCISE 1. She got the job _______________ the fact that she had very little experience. 2. My sister's handwriting is always so neat, _______________ mine is a total mess. 3. I lost the game, but I told myself that I had improved a lot _______________. 4. You'd better wear a helmet when you go roller-blading. _______________, you could hurt yourself. 5. Reading is an excellent way to increase your vocabulary. _______________, it can also help you with grammar. 6. The student's essay was badly written. _______________, it was too short. 7. Wine will spoil if exposed to light; _______________, wine bottles are usually green or yellow. 8. Alcohol can delay your reaction times; _______________, you should never drink and drive. 9. _______________ we have talked about the dangers of smoking to the students before, I think the information bears being repeated. 10. Our prime minister is an incompetent leader. ____________, his government is financially irresponsible. 11. He was an absolute failure in medical school, so he decided to try law ____________. 12. You are not eligible for a subsidized bus pass ____________ you are a full-time student. 13. ____________ you are their commanding officer, you are responsible for the behaviour of these men. 14. ____________ some members' objections, I think we must go ahead with the plan. 15. ____________, I would like to thank our guest speaker. 16. On the floor, ____________ mounds of books, were two small envelopes. 17. We expect these practices to cease ____________. 18. They planned to reduce staff and ____________ to cut costs. 19. The ____________situation is good, despite a few minor problems. 20. The island ____________ attracts upmarket tourists.