6. To show results
as a result, hence, so, accordingly, as a consequence, consequently,
thus, since, therefore, for this reason, because of this
7. To signal purpose
to this end, for this purpose, with this in mind, for this reason, for these
reasons
8. To signal comparisons
like, in the same (like) manner or way, similarly
9. To indicate contrast
but, in contrast, conversely, however, still, nevertheless, nonetheless,
yet, and yet, on the other hand, of course, on the contrary, or, in spite
of this, actually, a year ago, now, notwithstanding, for all that,
strangely enough, ironically
10. To signal alternatives,
exceptions, and objections
although, though, while, despite, to be sure, it is true, true, I grant,
granted, I admit, admittedly, doubtless, I concede, regardless
11. To dispute
it isn’t true that, people are wrong who say that, deny that, be that as it
may, by the same token, no doubt, we often hear it said, many people
claim, many people suppose, it used to be thought, in any case
12. To intensify
above all, first and foremost, importantly, again, to be sure, indeed, in
fact, as a matter of fact, as I have said, as has been noted
13. To summarize or repeat
in summary, to sum up, to repeat, briefly, in short, finally, on the
whole, therefore, as I have said, in conclusion, as you can see
Additionally,
pronouns
act as connectives when they are used to refer to a noun in the preceding sentences.
Repetition of key words and phrases and the use of
synonyms
which echo important words both serve to
establish connections with previous sentences.
READING – Transitional Words and Phrases: Showing Relationships Within and Between Sentences
rev. July 2005
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