whereas, notwithstanding, however, although, similarly
He didn't want to go to school today; ________, he had a very important exam.
CONTRAST
however
rob
She was grateful for his assistance. _______, she was anxious to leave the island before the beast returned.
ADDING IDEAS
likewise cop
_______ the weather was perfect for tornados, the teachers reminded the students of their evacuation protocol.
CAUSE & EFFECT
because
rob
_______, after years of hard work, he saved up enough money for a new car.
SUMMARIZING
finally
Holidays can sometimes bring out the worst in people. ______, I've seen grown women fight in Walmart over the last "Tickle Me Elmo."
EMPHASIZING
for example
rob
________ she had said the words "I love you," several times, he had not uttered them.
CONTRAST
although
rob
Thomas Edison is best known for inventing the lightbulb. _____, he invented the phonograph.
ADDING IDEAS
also
The mind of an adolescent is still in a state of development. ______, the Supreme Court decided that mandatory life sentences are not allowed for defendants under the age of 18.
CAUSE & EFFECT
for this reason
_______ competing in the pageant, she took many classes to help her prepare.
SEQUENCE
prior to
The used car salesman distributed sales flyers to low income neighborhoods. _______, he focused on people who had recently gotten their income tax refunds.
EMPHASIZING
specifically
He was late to class. _______, I was delayed by a wreck in front of the school.
COMPARISON
similarly
rob
________ to his burns, shrapnel had entered his brain.
ADDING IDEAS
in addition
My neighborhood was hit with several heavy storms. ______, we had to retrieve our trampoline from the neighbor's yard.
CAUSE & EFFECT
as a result
cop
She spent four years studying for her law degree. ________, she continued to work at the bank.
SEQUENCE
meanwhile
Each of the women in the church submitted their best baked goods to bake sale. _______, they brought cakes, pies, and loaves of bread.
EMPHASIZING
namely
cop
_______ I am a vegetarian, my whole family eats meat.
CONTRAST
whereas
Hawaii has many beautiful islands. _______, it is a perfect escape from the harsh winter winds.
ADDING IDEAS
furthermore
She didn't like the pudding; ________ , she threw it all away.
CAUSE & EFFECT
consequently
Ladies and gentlemen of the jury: I've established that my client had no motive, means, or opportunity to commit the crime. I've given you all of the evidence and you've heard from the defendant himself. _____, my client is innocent.
SUMMARIZING
in conclusion
Departments closed, ________ chemistry and music, and many others were dramatically slimmed down.
EMPHASIZING
most notably
________ his injured knee, the football player made two touchdowns.
CONTRAST
notwithstanding
rob
The car looked good; ________, the price was right.
ADDING IDEAS
moreover
rob
The roads were covered in ice; ______ it was not safe to drive.
CAUSE & EFFECT
hence
A sunburn is your skin cells' way of killing itself to avoid getting skin cancer. ______, this is another reason why avoiding prolonged sun exposure is so important.
SUMMARIZING
therefore
Tara was deathly afraid of spiders. ________, he was most terrified of tarantulas.
EMPHASIZING
in particular