The document provides a list of linking words and phrases that can be used to connect ideas in writing. These include words to show order, indicate purpose or reason, compare ideas, emphasize points, add information, give examples, contrast ideas, and conclude thoughts. Mastering these linking words and phrases helps a writer effectively structure their writing and connect their ideas.

1. LINKING IDEAS
USING WORDS, PHRASES AND
CLAUSES.

2. To show order:
•After
•At this time
•Before
•Finally
•Following
•Next
•Previously
•Second
•Since
•Then
•While

3. To indicate a purpose or reason:
•So that
•With this in mind
•Because
•In fact
•In order to
•Furthermore

4. To compare:
•As
•Compared to
•Like
•For the same reason
•Similar to
•Similarly

5. To emphasize:
•Absolutely
•Always
•Definitely
•Especially
•Without a doubt
•In fact
•Never
•Particularly
•Positively

6. To add information:
•Additionally
•Along with
•Also
•Another
•As well
•Besides
•Finally
•For example
•For instance
•Furthermore
•In addition
•Too

7. To give examples:
•Such as
•For example
•Evidence of this
•For instance
•In this case
•Proof of this

8. To contrast:
•However
•Sometimes
•On the other
hand
•Nevertheless
•In contrast
•Yet
•Except
•But
•In spite of
•Whereas

9. To conclude:
•All in all
•As a result
•Finally
•In conclusion
•In summary
•In brief
•Lastly
•Overall
•Therefore
•To sum up

10. NOW LET’S WRITE SOMETHING!