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To the extent that; indicating a conditional or limited scope.

Insofar as

Be extremely cautious around someone to avoid upsetting them.

walk on eggshells

Introducing a personal viewpoint, highlighting its subjective nature.

From; perspective

Used to introduce a new point that is logically connected to the previous topic, without implying a contrast or causal relationship.

on a related note

It indicates a very high probability or strong expectation that something will happen.

There is every likelihood that

Used to introduce an important point or explanation, often a reason or obstacle.

The thing is

Used to highlight an especially noticeable or pronounced difference between two things.

in stark contrast to

Manage financially or survive using limited resources; indicates being able to meet basic needs without excess.

get by

to have an effect or influence on an outcome

play a role in

A slightly more formal or British way of declining while leaving the possibility open.

Another time perhaps

Acknowledges that someone made a strong effort but the result was still insufficient.

Hard as; , ;

A way to ask someone what they are thinking about.

a penny for your thoughts

To summarize briefly; to get to the point without unnecessary details.

To cut a long story short

Used to indicate that the current message continues a previous one, typically in professional written communication.

As a follow‑up to

That is exactly where the problem exists; it pinpoints the core issue after a situation has been described.

Therein lies

Used to emphasize the most essential idea or conclusion.

The point is

the relationship between actions (causes) and their resulting outcomes (effects)

cause and effect

happen or occur, especially in a gradual or indirect way

come about

to affect or influence strongly

have an impact on

The standard expression of praise for an achievement or happy event.

Congratulations!

Even though something is very X (high degree of quality), it still leads to a counter‑factual outcome.

As ; as

An exaggerated reaction to something trivial.

a storm in a teacup

Used to introduce a rephrased or more direct version of a statement, often to clarify or emphasize a point.

Let me put it this way

Used to introduce a more detailed explanation to remove ambiguity.

to clarify

highlights something that is very surprising or impressive

What is; is

A polite and formal way to propose an idea or course of action.

I would suggest that

the advantages and disadvantages of something

pros and cons

be composed of; made up of

consist of

to cause a change or influence something/someone

have an effect on

An exclamation of praise for a job well performed.

Well done!

A formal concessive construction used especially in high-register writing (academic or literary), where an adjective describing the subject is placed before 'though' to signal contrast.

adjective; though; subject; be; subsequent clause

When you almost remember something but can't quite recall it.

the tip of; the tongue

Introduces a statement that qualifies or contradicts what has just been said, signaling the speaker is acknowledging an opposing viewpoint while maintaining balance.

Having said that

Used in formal contexts to remove uncertainty from a statement.

for the avoidance of doubt

used to politely introduce an opinion or observation about someone else's actions or appearance

If I may say so

Used to say that an idea or option deserves serious thought.

It is worth considering

The process of finding a solution by trying various methods and learning from failures

trial and error

to explain or give a reason for something; to be the cause or explanation of something; to constitute or make up a proportion of something

account for

to watch, listen to, or think about someone or something carefully

pay attention to

Wishing someone success in an endeavor.

Good luck!

Indicates that despite some condition (adjective/adverb), the main statement remains true; emphasizes determination or contrast.

However

Avoid restarting old conflicts or issues.

let sleeping dogs lie

I will remember and consider that piece of information or advice.

I'll bear; in mind

despite what has just been mentioned (very formal)

Notwithstanding the above

I never thought, not even briefly, that something was the case; it strongly denies any possibility.

Not for one moment; did

It is impossible to deny; something is undeniably true.

There is no denying that

the practice of making mutual concessions; compromise

give and take

cause; lead to

result in

to make people notice something

draw attention to

An idiomatic way of saying "good luck," especially used by performers to wish each other success.

Break a leg