Academic Expressions

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

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.

Something that is certain to happen eventually.

Used to specify the particular aspect being discussed.

Used to show a difference between two things.

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

Because of.

Without being affected or influenced by something.

Although it is true that.

Mostly, in most cases.

Partly, but not completely, true.

Used to introduce a personal opinion or point of view.

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

Considering everything, generally.

Used to single out one specific example or point.

Most importantly.

Used to introduce a final point that is still important.

At the very beginning; originally.

Occasionally.

At some point in the future, eventually.

During the period between two events.

Over an extended period in the future.

The overall situation, rather than just one small part of it.

A moment when a significant change begins to happen.

An event that makes people realize a serious problem needs attention.

A situation in which everyone involved benefits.

As a reaction to something.

With the purpose or goal of.

For the purpose or benefit of.

In order to achieve a particular goal.

While trying to find something.

Concerning; connected with.

In agreement with or matching something.

Opposite to or different from something.

Used to express the opposite of a previous statement.

When compared to something else.

When compared to something else.

Partly, to a limited extent.

Partly, for one of several reasons.

Caused in part by.

Caused mainly by.

Mainly for the reason that.

Mostly for the reason that.

To be the explanation or cause of something.

To cause something to happen.

To be connected with or related to something.

To be connected with or related to something.

To have just enough money to cover basic living expenses.

Used to say that something has both good and bad consequences.

Used to introduce the first of two contrasting points.

Used to introduce a point that contrasts with one just made.

As a result; therefore.