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Connectors Definition
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Linker Words or Word Connectors are used to link large groups of words: phrases and sentences. You can also use
them to connect paragraphs to give them coherence. Sentence connectors are usually placed at the beginning of a
sentence and may be categorized as follows:
CONTRAST
1. HOWEVER
This restaurant has the best kitchen in town. However, their staff are quite rude.
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2. IN CONTRAST
House prices have gone up this year. In contrast, car prices seem to be stagnating.
3. NEVERTHELESS
Linking words describing Result: As a result, Consequently, Thus, Therefore, So, That’s why
Linking words describing Result: As a result, Consequently, Thus, Therefore, So, That’s why
I was in so much pain I didn’t want to get up in the morning. Nevertheless, I went to football practice as usual.
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4. NONETHELESS
I don’t think Sean has serious behavioural problems. Nonetheless, I’ll talk to him first thing in the morning.
5. YET
I’ve asked you a thousand times not to leave your dirty socks on the floor. Yet, you keep doing it.
6. ON THE OTHER HAND
England has the best language schools. On the other hand, it has the worst weather.
7. BY COMPARISON
Going out with Jim has its risks. By comparison, being with Tim is as easy as falling off a log.
8. ON THE CONTRARY
I don’t hate Jim. On the contrary, I’m rather fond of him.
9. INSTEAD
I didn’t want to take a side in the argument. Instead, I put my headphones on and listened to some smooth jazz.
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IN ANY CASE
I was thinking of going round Jim’s place. In any case, I haven’t been invited.
11. ALL THE SAME
Yes, he’s very good-looking. All the same, I don’t think you should go out with him.
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SIMILARITY
1. LIKEWISE
You can’t give your phone number to every man who asks for it. Likewise, you can’t go out with everyone who fancies
you.
2. SIMILARLY
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You’re not allowed to use your phone here. Similarly, you have to switch it off when you’re in the library.
3. CORRESPONDINGLY
She’s an excellent photographer. Correspondingly, her paintings are works of art.
4. IN THE SAME WAY
Cutting down on sugar will help you lose weight. In the same way, doing more exercise will help you get rid of a few
kilos.
5. ALSO
I want to talk to Prince Harry when I’m in England. Also, I want to meet his sister-in-law.
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RESULT
1. AS A RESULT
I’ve done a pranic healing course. As a result, I’ve been able to cure my neighbour’s sick cat.
2. AS A CONSEQUENCE
Zack has skipped school on many occasions. As a consequence, he’s failed his French test.
3. THEREFORE
We’re going to experience some meteor showers in the next few days. Therefore, the number of miraculous self-healings
will rise.
4. THUS
You
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5. ACCORDINGLY
Plenty of tourists visit the area in summer. Accordingly, selling hand-made objects is the main source of income for
locals.
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SEQUENCING
1. FIRST, FIRSTLY, FIRST OF ALL, IN THE FIRST PLACE
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First of all, I’d like to talk about the benefits of having a pet pig.
2. TO BEGIN WITH
To begin with, pet pigs are cleaner than dogs.
3. FOR ONE THING
For one thing, they’re completely loyal to their owners.
4. SECOND, SECONDLY, IN THE SECOND PLACE
Secondly, their impressive numeracy skills must be mentioned.
5. FOR ANOTHER THING
For another thing, you might want to consider how cute they look in pyjamas.
6. THIRD, THIRDLY, IN THE THIRD PLACE
In the third place, you can always count on your pet pig to perform some tricks for you when you’d like to impress a
pretty girl.
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7. ALSO
Also, they don’t eat much.
8. BESIDES
Besides not eating much, they won’t ever chew on your electric cords.
9. IN ADDITION
In addition, they can be taught to feed themselves if you allow them access to your pantry.
10. FURTHERMORE
Furthermore, they make wonderful walking buddies.
11. MOREOVER
Moreover, they’ll show you the way home when you’re drunk.
12. FINALLY
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Finally, pet pigs are fantastic guards. No burglar would ever have the heart to hurt a pet pig.
13. LAST, LASTLY, LAST OF ALL
Lastly, your reputation as an eccentric will rapidly grow in the neighbourhood if you’re seen walking a pet pig on a leash
every morning.
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25ORDER OF IMPORTANCE
1. MOST IMPORTANTLY
I’d like to talk to you about how to keep calm at your workplace. Most importantly, never go to the canteen while your
boss is there.
2. PRIMARILY
You’ll have to focus on your immediate surroundings. Primarily, on your computer screen.
3. ABOVE ALL
Above all, don’t ever look up from your notes when people are around.
4. MOST SIGNIFICANTLY
Most significantly, avoid eye-contact at all costs.
5. ESSENTIALLY, BASICALLY (usually spoken)
How can I put this? Essentially, having an affair with one of your colleagues should be the last thing on your mind.
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PARTICULARIZATION
1. IN PARTICULAR, PARTICULARLY
Nearly a third of marriages end in divorce. In particular, it’s middle-aged couples that yearn for much more from life.
2. MORE SPECIFICALLY
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Couples tend to argue about financial issues. More specifically, they argue when one of them is out of work.
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EXAMPLIFICATION
1. FOR EXAMPLE
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To solve this problem, you might want to try making small gestures. For example, making your spouse’s favourite meal
for dinner or giving him a massage after a tiring day.
2. FOR INSTANCE
Appreciate the small things your spouse does for you. For instance, leave thank-you notes for them every now and then.
3. TO ILLUSTRATE
Misunderstandings can be highly destructive. To illustrate, if your spouse sees you with a friend of the opposite sex in a
café, he might not understand why he hasn’t been invited and demand an explanation.
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EXPLANATION
1. THAT IS TO SAY, THAT IS
Keep romance alive. That is to say, don’t let your lovelife fall into routine.
2. NAMELY
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I have a very good reason for not trusting my ex. Namely, he’s a convicted felon.
3. IN OTHER WORDS
Don’t be unsociable. In other words, go out and make some friends.
4. PUT DIFFERENTLY
John has managed to get over Jane. Put differently, he’s started seeing other women.
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EMPHASISING
1. AS A MATTER OF FACT
I love sleeping with my pet pig. As a matter of fact, I can’t fall asleep unless he’s in my bed.
2. IN FACT
I told them not to invite Rachel to the party. In fact, I was the only person who saw what a party pooper she really was.
3. ACTUALLY
I think it would be a good idea to send her some flowers. Actually, you should get her a hundred orchids.
4. INDEED
He may be the best-dressed man around. Indeed, he has a really good taste in fashion.
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FOCUSING AND LINKING

1. AS FOR (often suggests disinterest or dislike)
I’m going to Janet’s party at the weekend. As for Mary’s, I think I’ll pass.
2. WITH RESPECT TO
Starting your own IT company may be the one of the best things you can do right now. With respect to opening a pet
shop, it’s hard to say the same thing.
3. REGARDING
Start your day with making the most important phone calls. Regarding emails, you might put them off until later.
4. WITH REGARD TO
With regard to handling complaints, you might want to keep in mind that your customers are always right.
5. AS REGARDS
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Working from home has many advantages. As regards disadvantages, it might be difficult to keep your cat off your
keyboard.
6. TALKING OF
Talking of cats, you can’t trust them to keep you company when you need it. They’re quite selfish creatures.
7. AS FAR AS … CONCERNED
As far as dogs are concerned, they might give you a chance to get up from your desk and get some exercise during the
day.
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CONCLUSION
1. IN CONCLUSION
In conclusion, it may be said that pigs make the best pets.
2. IN BRIEF
Meeting my boss at the pub was an interesting experience. In brief, it was a disaster.
3. IN SUMMARY
In summary, it may not be the best idea to frequent the same pubs as your boss.
4. TO SUM UP
To sum up, some people are better suited to working from home than others.
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5. ALL IN ALL
All in all, you have to make sure both you and your customers are satisfied with your work.
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CORRECTION
1. RATHER
I thought it was a good idea to get a ferret. Rather, it had always been my dream to get one.
2. TO BE MORE PRECISE
You might want to change a few things. To be more precise, I think you should start again from scratch.
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TIME
1. AT FIRST
It wasn’t a piece of cake to learn English. At first, I couldn’t pronounce all the words correctly.
2. THEN
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Then, I couldn’t spell all the words correctly.
3. AFTERWARDS
Afterwards, I had a hard time understanding the tenses.
4. LATER
Later, I couldn’t memorize phrasal verbs and idioms.
5. IN THE MEANTIME
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6. MEANWHILE
Meanwhile, I was enjoying my skype lessons more and more.
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DISMISSAL
(of what was said before)
1. ANYWAY
I couldn’t get my head around the Passive Voice. Anyway, I don’t think it’s important to use it all the time.
2. ANYHOW
Anyhow, I’ve just decided to learn Russian next.
3. AT ANY RATE
At any rate, I don’t want to become a simultaneous interpreter in five languages.
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________________, we have to address the main issue. It’s important that we all recognize our own fault in
the matter.
Now
Also
So
To begin with
Answer: To begin with...

Sequencing is important here. “To begin with” starts the main sequence, and everything else
follows.
If we expand operations in these highlighted sectors we’ll double our earnings. ____________, the company
will be able to expand to other cities.
Afterwards
Then
As a result
Thus
Answer: As a result...
The result is important in these sentences. If the first sentence is fulfilled, “as a result” the company
will be able to expand further.
This is not a viable option for many reasons. _____________, we simply don’t have the budget.
After all
That is
Despite this
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In short
Answer: In short...
The second sentence is a summary of the many factors mentioned in the first. “In short” is used to
summarize the major point.
You remember Sam from school? I met him just before work. ___________, we’re going to go get a drink.
Now
Afterwards
Tomorrow
Subsequently
Answer: Afterwards...
These sentences all describe a flow of time and events. Because the person met Sam before work,
after work, or “afterwards,” they are going to get a drink together.
This item is something we offer. ____________, we don’t have it in stock.
Currently
Meanwhile
Finally
Here
Answer: Currently...
Time is important for these sentences. “Currently” is used to describe that the item, while usually on
offer, now has to be restocked.
He never listens to me! ________________, we have to talk about the new fiscal year.
Instead
Nevertheless
Because
So
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Answer: Nevertheless...
These sentence are in contract with each other. While he does not listen to her, she does have to
talk to him about the new fiscal year. “Nevertheless” is used to describe this contrast.
_______________ you don’t shift gears from 1st to 3rd, ____________ you can’t shift from 1st into reverse.
Likewise / equally
Just as / so too
Another / like
Now / then
Answer: Just as / so too...

Here two things are being compared, and put on the same level. You can’t shift gears from one
to three, and you can’t just reverse from first gear when driving.
I did feel something for Jason before we broke up. _______________, he did lie to me often.
On the other hand
But
Instead
All the same
Answer: On the other hand...

This is a sentence that denotes contract. “On the other hand” is used to illustrate a point that
is contrary to the first one.
Mom said your friends can’t be in the study, since all of dad’s stuff is there. ______________, she doesn’t
want you near his rifle collection.
Moreover
Currently
Ever
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Answer: In particular...
Here a matter is being particularized. The children are not supposed to touch anything in the study,
“in particular” and especially not the rifle collection.
The fundraiser was a tremendous success because there were over a hundred people attending.
_____________, we made thousands of dollars in donations.
Also
On top of that
Conversely
Subsequently
Answer: On top of that...

The second sentence adds to the first. The fundraiser was a success not only because of the
attendance, but also the money. “On top of that” is used to illustrate this.
All the ballots have been accounted for. ____________, we’ve also double-checked the amount and cross-
referenced the names.
Accordingly
Then
Thus
In short
Answer: Accordingly...
The second sentence is the result of the first. “Accordingly” is used to illustrate the fact that all the
protocols have been followed, and the results are correct.
_____________ Lisa is _____________, Miranda can take over the research and development department.
As far as / concerned
As for / treated
As far as / thinking
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However / asked
Answer: As far as / concerned...

Focusing and linking is important here. Lisa’s opinion is being stated by someone else, and
she believes Miranda should take over the department. “As far as she is concerned” that’s a good option.
You need to go down the street for three blocks, and then make a right turn at the intersection.
_____________ you’ll find the Chinese restaurant you’re looking for.
Now
In the back
Nearby
There
Answer: There...
In these sentence a place is being described. If the person follows the directions “there” they will find the
place they are looking for.
_______________, I’d like to thank everyone for being here on this rainy day. ______________, I’d like to
thank our sponsors for making all this possible.
Before / After
Firstly / Secondly
Now / Later
Soon / After
Answer: Firstly / Secondly...

This is a sequence of events. In this speech the person would “firstly” like to thank the
attendants, and then “secondly” the sponsors.
We’re going to have to change your graphics card. ________________, the motherboard is incompatible with
the one you currently have.
Yet
Along those lines
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other words
Namely
Answer: Namely...
The second sentence is a broader explanation of the issue. “Namely” is used because it denotes the
explanation about the incompatibility of the motherboard and the graphics card.
According to this theory, the main character can also function as the antagonist. ______________, their role
is perfect for the role of antagonist in this situation.
Indeed
Nevertheless
In fact
Despite this
Answer: In fact...
The main point of the argument is being emphasized here. Through the use of “in fact” attention is being
drawn to the second sentence, which emphasizes the main argument given in the first.
We’ve been working on this presentation for weeks now and Mark hasn’t contributed anything.
_______________, I believe he hasn’t even read the materials.
In fact
Regarding
However
Namely
Answer: In fact...
The second sentence emphasizes the point made in the first. “In fact” is used to ephasize how little work
Mark has actually done.
I’m going to go out with Jake, since he’s asked me so many times. _______________, what have I got to lose.
Besides
Again
Despite
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Similarly
Answer: Besides...
The second sentence is an addition to the first. Since Jake has asked her our to many times she hasn’t
much to lose. “Besides” is used to illustrate this.
This housing project will bring so many jobs to the local community. _______________, the quality of life will
also improve.
Despite
Yet
However
Therefore
Answer: Therefore...
Here the connector is used to describe a result of an action. “Therefore” is used to describe what will
happen after the housing project is built.
This argument is not clearly formulated in your thesis. ______________, it remains unclear what your
overarching goal is.
Besides
But
Furthermore
However
Answer: Furthermore...
This is a matter of sequencing. The first thing is that the student’s argument is not formulated,
“furthermore” his goal remains unclear.
I know you really liked him, but he’s a jerk. _______________, you’re better off without him.
Finally
Besides
Lastly
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For one thing
Answer: Besides...
This is a matter of sequencing. “Besides” is used to illustrate another point after the one in the first
sentence.
If you can’t find parking here we should head into the city center. There’s a parking garage
_________________ of the theater.
Inside
Outside
Beyond
On the other side
Answer: On the other side...

Place is being described in the second sentence. A parking garage can’t be inside, outside, or
beyond the theater. So it’s “on the other side,” or across, from it.
His mom told him so many times not to play on ice. __________, he didn’t listen until he slipped.
In contrast
Yet
Instead
And
Answer: Yet...
This is a matter of contrast. The first sentence is in contrast with the second. “Yet” the boy didn’t listen and
he slipped.
The bills have gone up this month considerably. __________________, I think we’ll be canceling some of the
subscriptions we have.
At any rate
All in all
As for
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Actually
Answer: At any rate...

The topic in the two sentences is a dismissal. Because of the large bills the person will cancel some
subscriptions. “At any rate” is used to show the dismissal of these subscriptions.
I would like to order a pizza. _____________, can I have a coke with that please.
Similarly
But
Also
Next
Answer: Also...
This is an example of similarity and addition. In this instance the person is adding something to their order.
They “also” want a coke with their pizza.
Bring the presents down to the car, ____________ don’t forget the flower for mom.
Too
But
So
And
Answer: And...
The second sentence adds to the first. “And” is used to link them together.
The doctor will be with you shortly. ______________, help yourself to some of our magazines, and there’s an
activity corner for the children.
Meanwhile
At last
Finally
Later
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These sentences are related to the matter of time. Since the family is waiting, in the “meantime”
Answer:
they can spend their time reading or the children can pay games.
During this drill you’ll need to focus on your target. ______________, I want you to engage the enemy and
secure the hostages.
But
Secondary
Also
Primarily
Answer: Primarily...
This connector describes the order of importance. Since the people attending the drill have to focus on
the target, their “primary” goals are described in the second part.
We’re not going to get a table at the Italian place this late. ____________, we can go to the Greek place just
down the street.
Yet
Instead
Maybe
All the same
Answer: Instead...
Contrast is important in these sentences. Because the Italian restaurant is probably full, another option
is to go to the Greek place. “Instead” of heading to one restaurant they can choose the other.
People say English is so easy to learn. _________________, most of them are not aware of the all the
grammatical complexities.
On the other hand
Nevertheless
And
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But
Answer: On the other hand...

This sentence is a case of contrast. “On the other hand” adds some opposite information that
contrasts some aspects of the first statement.
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Connectors Synonyms
Connectors are not only used in grammar. Connectors are things that are used to connect or tether two, or
more, things together. There are many different synonyms for connectors:
Examples:
Bond, coupling, joint, link, adapter, clamp, fastener, junction, tie, terminal, plug, fitting, splicing, fastener, sleeve, etc.
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Sentence Definition
A sentence is a set of words that forms a coherent and complete thought and message. This means that a
sentence says something concrete. It has to be structured and logical in order for the sentence to be correct.
Sentences are made up of various parts, such as: nouns, verbs, adjectives, pronouns, articles, etc. Within a
sentence, there are parts that relate the thought and message, such as: subject, predicate, object, phrase,
punctuation, etc. Each of these parts is important for a sentence to be complete.
Through sentences we tell other people what we think, feel, or what we want to do. In order to relate those
thoughts we string together words into groups. These finally relate our message to other people and the world.
There are four different types of sentences, and each has its own specific goal and structure. These types are:
declarative, imperative, interrogative, and exclamatory.
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6. ON THE OTHER HAND

I don’t hate Jim. On the contrary, I’m rather fond of him.

11. ALL THE SAME

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4. IN THE SAME WAY

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To begin with, pet pigs are cleaner than dogs.

3. FOR ONE THING

For one thing, they’re completely loyal to their owners.

4. SECOND, SECONDLY, IN THE SECOND PLACE

Secondly, their impressive numeracy skills must be mentioned.

5. FOR ANOTHER THING

6. THIRD, THIRDLY, IN THE THIRD PLACE

Furthermore, they make wonderful walking buddies.

13. LAST, LASTLY, LAST OF ALL

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Most significantly, avoid eye-contact at all costs.

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In conclusion, it may be said that pigs make the best pets.

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Then, I couldn’t spell all the words correctly.

Afterwards, I had a hard time understanding the tenses.

Later, I couldn’t memorize phrasal verbs and idioms.

In the meantime, I was getting some help from MyEnglishTeacher.

Meanwhile, I was enjoying my skype lessons more and more.

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Anyhow, I’ve just decided to learn Russian next.

At any rate, I don’t want to become a simultaneous interpreter in five languages.

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Answer: To begin with...

This item is something we offer. ____________, we don’t have it in stock.

Answer: Just as / so too...

On the other hand

All the same

Answer: On the other hand...

Answer: On top of that...

Answer: As far as / concerned...

Answer: Firstly / Secondly...

Along those lines

On the other side

Answer: On the other side...

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All the same

On the other hand

Answer: On the other hand...

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