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    This document discusses cohesion in writing and provides examples of linking words and phrases that can be used to connect sentences, paragraphs, and sections. It explains that using these words effectively makes writing easy to follow, while overusing short sentences can make the style disjointed. The best way to learn these linking devices is through reading well-written texts and noting how the authors use them. The document then provides a list of common linking words grouped by function, such as reinforcement, result, and concession, with brief examples of some in use.

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    This document discusses cohesion in writing and provides examples of linking words and phrases that can be used to connect sentences, paragraphs, and sections. It explains that using these words effectively makes writing easy to follow, while overusing short sentences can make the style disjointed. The best way to learn these linking devices is through reading well-written texts and noting how the authors use them. The document then provides a list of common linking words grouped by function, such as reinforcement, result, and concession, with brief examples of some in use.

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    This document discusses cohesion in writing and provides examples of linking words and phrases that can be used to connect sentences, paragraphs, and sections. It explains that using these words effectively makes writing easy to follow, while overusing short sentences can make the style disjointed. The best way to learn these linking devices is through reading well-written texts and noting how the authors use them. The document then provides a list of common linking words grouped by function, such as reinforcement, result, and concession, with brief examples of some in use.

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    Cohesion: linking words and phrases

    You can use words or short phrases which help to guide your reader through your writing, and to link
    sentences, paragraphs and sections both forwards and backwards. Good use will make what you have
    written easy to follow; bad use might mean your style is disjointed, probably with too many short
    sentences, and consequently difficult to follow. Your mark could be affected either way.

    The best way to "get a feel" for these words is through your reading. Most textbooks and articles are
    well-written and will probably include a lot of these cohesive devices. Note how they are used and try
    to emulate what you have read. Do make sure though that you fully understand their meaning:
    incorrect use could change completely what you're trying to say. Try to use a variety of expressions,
    particularly in longer pieces of writing.

    Don't forget "AND"! Two short sentences are often best connected together with this little word.

    There follows a list of words and phrases that can be used. The list is not exhaustive, and BE CAREFUL:
    although grouped together, none is totally synonymous. Their position in the sentence can also vary;
    this is where your reading and dictionary come in.

    Listing Giving examples Generalising


    first, second, third for example in general
    first, furthermore, finally for instance generally
    to begin, to conclude as follows: on the whole
    next that is as a rule
    Reinforcement in this case for the most part
    also namely in most cases
    furthermore in other words usually
    moreover Result/consequence Highlighting
    what is more so in particular
    in addition therefore particularly
    besides as a result/consequence especially
    above all accordingly mainly
    as well (as) consequently Reformulation
    in the same way because of this/that in other words
    not only ... but also thus rather
    Similarity hence to put it more simply
    equally for this/that reason Expressing an alternative
    likewise so that alternatively
    similarly in that case rather
    correspondingly under these circumstances on the other hand
    in the same way Deduction the alternative is
    Transition to new point then another possibility would be
    now, in other words Contrast
    as far as x is concerned in that case instead
    with regard/reference to otherwise conversely
    as for ... this implies that ... on the contrary
    it follows that if so/not in contrast
    turning to Stating the obvious in comparison
    Summary obviously Concession (sth unexpected)
    in conclusion clearly however
    to conclude naturally even though
    in brief of course however much
    to summarise as can be expected nevertheless
    overall surely still
    therefore after all yet

    Here are just a few examples of some of the words in action:

    REINFORCEMENT

    Desktop computers are cheaper and more reliable than laptops; furthermore, they are more flexible.

    RESULT/CONSEQUENCE

    Prices fell by more than 20% last year. As a result, sales increased by 15%.

    GENERALISING

    On the whole, his speech was well received, despite some complaints from new members.

    CONTRAST

    The South East of the UK often has the coldest weather in the winter. Conversely, the North West of
    Scotland frequently has the mildest temperatures.

    CONCESSION

    It was a very expensive holiday, the weather was bad and the people weren’t very friendly.
    Nevertheless, we would probably go back to the same place.

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