Tuesday, 21 January 2020

I just can't get enough of that set language! (for essays!)

Language for introductions
  •  In this day and age…
  •  … is a hotly-debated topic that often divides opinion.
  • … is a growing issue in today’s society
  • We live in an age when many of us are…
  • More and more families are choosing to have only one child.
  • The trend nowadays is towards having smaller families.
  • Over the past ten years or so the media have frequently carried reports of ...............
  • Recent research indicates that the number of teenagers who smoke is increasing.
  • Hardly a week goes by without another report of ................. appearing in the media.
  • Although most people would generally agree that ............... few would deny that ........
Second Paragraph
  • …. clearly/undoubtedly has an impact on…
  • It is common knowledge that… plays a crucial role in…
  • It is undoubtedly the case that…
  •  There is little doubt that…
  •  … is widely believed to contribute to…
  •  It is generally considered that…
  •  Recent research suggests that…
  • Studies have shown that… has an impact/influence on…
  • Few people would contest/dispute the fact that…
Third Paragraph
  • Not only X, but also Y
  • Another factor to consider is…
  • On the other hand/In contrast…
  • It is often claimed that…
  • All the evidence suggests that…
Language for conclusions
  • In light of the above, / Taking all of this (everything) into consideration/account,…
  • As far as I am concerned, / in my opinion, /etc.
  • … is the most effective way to… due to the fact that…
  • Despite the fact that… undoubtedly plays a role in… I firmly believe that… is more effective due to…


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