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She got the job _______________ the fact that she had very little experience.
She got the job _______________ the fact that she had very little experience.
despite
You'd better wear a helmet when you go roller-blading. _______________, you could hurt yourself.
You'd better wear a helmet when you go roller-blading. _______________, you could hurt yourself.
otherwise
Reading is an excellent way to increase your vocabulary. _______________, it can also help you improve your grammar.
Reading is an excellent way to increase your vocabulary. _______________, it can also help you improve your grammar.
additionally
Alcohol can delay your reaction times; _______________, you should never drink and drive.
Alcohol can delay your reaction times; _______________, you should never drink and drive.
In March of 1999, more than 130 nations signed a United Nations Treaty banning land mines; ____________, the United States, Russia and China did not sign.
In March of 1999, more than 130 nations signed a United Nations Treaty banning land mines; ____________, the United States, Russia and China did not sign.
You are not eligible for a subsidized bus pass ____________ you are a full-time student.
You are not eligible for a subsidized bus pass ____________ you are a full-time student.
Margaret Mead once observed, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. _______________, it's the only thing that ever has."
Margaret Mead once observed, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. _______________, it's the only thing that ever has."
Mr. President, ________________________, I would like to reiterate my wishes to the Conference.
Mr. President, ________________________, I would like to reiterate my wishes to the Conference.
Her son looks a lot like his father, _______________ her daughter looks like her.
Her son looks a lot like his father, _______________ her daughter looks like her.
I didn't do very well in school, __________ my sister, who got excellent marks in every subject.
I didn't do very well in school, __________ my sister, who got excellent marks in every subject.
The steak I ordered for dinner was superb. __________, the chicken my wife had was excellent.
The steak I ordered for dinner was superb. __________, the chicken my wife had was excellent.
____________________we don't have that much money, we won't take a holiday this year.
____________________we don't have that much money, we won't take a holiday this year.
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Study Notes
Linkers and Their Usage
- Linkers are words that connect clauses or sentences, enhancing coherence in writing.
Despite
- Used to indicate contrast between two statements.
- Example: "She got the job despite the fact that she had very little experience."
Otherwise
- Suggests a consequence if a condition is not met.
- Example: "You'd better wear a helmet when you go roller-blading. Otherwise, you could hurt yourself."
Additionally
- Introduces an extra point or idea that complements the previous one.
- Example: "Reading is an excellent way to increase your vocabulary. Additionally, it can also help you improve your grammar."
Thus
- Indicates a conclusion or result derived from previously stated facts.
- Example: "Alcohol can delay your reaction times; thus, you should never drink and drive."
Nevertheless
- Used to express a contrasting idea despite what has been previously mentioned.
- Example: "In March of 1999, more than 130 nations signed a United Nations Treaty banning land mines; nevertheless, the United States, Russia and China did not sign."
Unless
- Introduces a condition that must be met for the statement to hold true.
- Example: "You are not eligible for a subsidized bus pass unless you are a full-time student."
Indeed
- Emphasizes a statement or reinforces the truth of what has been said.
- Example: "Margaret Mead once observed... Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."
In Conclusion
- Prepares the reader for a summary or final thoughts on the topic.
- Example: "Mr. President, in conclusion, I would like to reiterate my wishes to the Conference."
Whereas
- Highlights differences between two subjects or ideas.
- Example: "Her son looks a lot like his father, whereas her daughter looks like her."
Unlike
- Used to illustrate a difference or distinction between subjects.
- Example: "I didn't do very well in school, unlike my sister, who got excellent marks in every subject."
Likewise
- Indicates similarity between two or more things.
- Example: "The steak I ordered for dinner was superb. Likewise, the chicken my wife had was excellent."
Since
- Introduces cause or reason for a consequence.
- Example: "Since we don't have that much money, we won't take a holiday this year."
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