Transitions

Transitions are signals that help readers follow the direction of the writers thought. They are like signposts on the road that guide travelers. Below are lists of common transitional words and phrases that will help your writing. Certain words provide more than one kind of signal. Addition: first of all, secondly, the third reason, finally, last of all, also, next, another, and, in addition, moreover, furthermore Time: first, then, next, after, as, before, while, now during, finally Change of Direction: but, however, yet, in contrast, otherwise, still, on the contrary, on the other hand Conclusion: therefore, consequently, thus, then, as a result, in summary, to conclude, last of all, finally Illustration: for example, for instance, specifically, as an illustration, once, such as Emphasis: most of all, important, keep in mind, remember that, principally, the basic cause, the biggest advantage, the best thing, the chief factor, a ma or concern, a key feature, especially significant, valuable to note, special attention should be paid Other Connecting Words Repeated Words: repeating key words can help tie together the flow of thought in a paper Pronouns: pronouns !he, she, it, you, they, this, that, and others" are another way to connect ideas as you develop a paper. Synonyms: using synonyms also can help move the reader clearly from one step in the thought of a paper to the next. #n addition, the use of synonyms increases variety and interest by avoiding needless repetition of the same words.

Some Commentary Starters

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