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Explaining cause or justification

The reason why; is that

Achieve two aims simultaneously using the same action or resource.

kill two birds with one stone

States that an action is pointless or futile.

It’s no use

Introduces a specific instance to illustrate or clarify an abstract point.

for example

Used to add a second point that often exceeds expectations or adds emphasis after confirming the first statement, typically in formal or persuasive contexts.

Not only; but also

A formal, wordy way to express a personal belief or viewpoint.

I’m of the opinion; that

To implement official actions or procedures designed to achieve a specific aim, often used for planned intervention.

take measures

mention a topic or issue; raise children

bring; up

to think deeply or carefully about something

reflect on

Used to express pleasure upon meeting someone for the first time; a polite greeting.

Pleased to meet you

Nominalizing a factual statement as subject or object to frame an argument or premise.

The fact that

It’s your turn to make a decision or take action.

the ball is in ; court

Used to emphasize the extreme unlikelihood or impossibility of a situation by introducing something even less likely or possible after a negative statement.

let alone

introduces a specific case to illustrate or support a general claim, similar to 'for example'

for instance

At the exact moment, after a preceding build-up or contrast, awareness is emphasized; signals a pivotal realisation.

Only then did I realise

Used to express a personal opinion, often implying indifference to others' views.

As far as I’m concerned

to perform actions that gradually advance a goal

take steps

to create, organize, or prepare something; to arrange or configure; (informal) to trick or frame someone

set up

to express an opinion or give a remark about something

comment on

A very formal greeting, used especially when being introduced to someone for the first time.

How do you do?

Afterthought correction to soften or clarify a previous statement

; not that

Become uncontrollable; to escalate beyond initial manageability.

get out of hand

Indicates that an action would be useless or have no purpose.

There’s no point in

highlights a clear difference between two things

in contrast

Used to emphasize that an event or condition only occurred after a preceding point, creating emphasis on the delayed nature of something.

Not until; did/had/was/could

Combines the personal stance adverb with a hedging verb to strongly mark personal ownership.

Personally, I think

To remember or take into account a fact or circumstance when making a statement.

bear in mind

Cancel something planned; formally announce that an event, meeting, search, or activity will no longer proceed.

call off

to express admiration or praise for a quality, skill, or achievement

compliment; on

A friendly, somewhat energetic greeting to attract attention or warmly welcome.

Hello there!

Something is obvious and universally accepted; used to signal a premise shared by all parties.

It goes without saying that

Start over after a failure; indicate that previous plans need redesigning.

go back to the drawing board

Expresses personal belief or uncertainty; 'I don’t think' softens disagreement.

I think / I don't think

used to show that a fact or situation does not change the main point being made, despite what has just been said

nevertheless

Used to indicate that one event happened immediately after another, often with emphasis on speed or surprise.

No sooner had; than

An informal way to signal personal opinion, similar to 'in my opinion'.

To my mind

to give conscious focus or concentration; indicate that someone should concentrate on something important

pay attention

exercise (physical activity) or calculate/solve something, implying resolution.

work out

to regard favorably; to think favorably of someone or something; to consider acceptable or good

approve of

An expression used to convey surprise or delight upon unexpectedly recognizing someone, often with a playful tone among familiar people.

Look who it is!

Something is unequivocally true; the speaker asserts that a fact cannot be reasonably disputed.

There is no denying; that

Reveal a secret unintentionally or carelessly.

let the cat out of the bag

Indicates that a particular action should be taken now or soon, often implying that it is already overdue.

It's time

indicates a contrast or unexpected turn of events despite preceding information

nonetheless

introduces a commonly held belief or conventional wisdom, allowing the speaker to present it as general knowledge

It is often said that

Expresses strong certainty or agreement, indicating confidence that something is true.

Certainly

to provide new information that helps explain something

shed light on

prove to be or produce something, often indicating an unexpected result.

turn out

to be formed or made up of particular parts

consist of;

Standard informal way to say goodbye, implying you expect to meet again.

See you later