Addition Flashcards

To add further information in support of a point you’re making, or to build an argument.

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———– MOREOVER —————–

———- FURTHERMORE ———–

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Use at the start of a sentence to add extra information in support of a point you’re making.

“Moreover (Furthermore), the results of a recent piece of research provide compelling evidence in support of…”

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———- LIKEWISE ———–

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When you want to talk about something that agrees with what you’ve just mentioned.

“Likewise, make sure that he or she is a doctor or nurse.’

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———– NOT ONLY…, BUT ALSO… ———–

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This wording is used to add an extra piece of information, often something that’s in some way more surprising or unexpected than the first piece of information.

“The nicotine in cigarettes causes not only cancer but also several other health problems.”

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