Academic Expressions

Something that has both positive and negative effects at the same time.

To describe exactly what is causing a problem or situation.

To think creatively, in a way that is different from usual approaches.

Over a long period of time in the future.

Over a short period of time in the near future.

Ultimately; when everything is considered.

To create the conditions that make something possible in the future.

To create the basic conditions necessary for future development.

Something that is certain to happen eventually.

Used to specify the particular aspect being discussed.

Concerning; in relation to.

As well as; besides.

Used to show a difference between two things.

Used to introduce the outcome of something previously mentioned.

Used to introduce an effect that follows from something previously mentioned.

Because of.

Because of.

Without being affected or influenced by something.

Despite; without being prevented by something.

Although it is true that.

Used to summarize a general impression, considering everything.

Mostly, in most cases.

Partly, but not completely.

Partly, but not completely, true.

In some ways, though not in every way.

Concerning this particular point.

Concerning this particular aspect.

Used to introduce a personal opinion or point of view.

Used to introduce a personal opinion.

Used to introduce what the speaker personally believes.

Used to emphasize a personal opinion.

Used to introduce how the speaker personally views a situation.

Used to introduce a claim the speaker intends to support.

Used to introduce a tentative personal impression or opinion.

Used to state something with strong confidence.

Used to highlight a point the listener/reader should pay attention to.

Used to remind the listener/reader of a key point.

Used before stating something considered obvious.

Used before stating something considered obvious or expected.

Used to introduce a broad statement that is usually, but not always, true.

Used to indicate that something is being said in a precise, technical sense.

Used to introduce a general statement, without going into detail.

Considering everything, generally.

After thinking about every relevant factor.

After thinking carefully about all relevant factors.

Used to restate something more simply or clearly.

Used to explain or clarify a previous statement.

Used to introduce a specific example.

Used to introduce a specific example.

Used to introduce examples of something already mentioned.

Used to specify exactly what is meant.

Used to single out one specific example or point.

Most importantly.

Most importantly, before anything else.

Used to introduce a final point that is still important.

At the very beginning; originally.

As a first step or in the initial stage.

Occasionally.

Occasionally.

Occasionally.