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Reason vs Contrast Conjunctions: avoiding confusion
Here we reason and contrast conjunctions, shows how confusing them alters meaning, and lists signal words to tell them apart. It also gives examples, practical steps, and exercises to help you choose the right conjunction in context.
Conjunctions with Gerunds and Infinitives
The article reviews when to use gerunds and infinitives, details which conjunctions require each, explains time words like before and after with -ing, covers infinitives of purpose, compares clause lengths, and gives practice rewriting sentences.
Correlative Conjunctions: both…and, not only…but also
This article defines correlative conjunctions, explains how they work in pairs, covers structures and examples with both…and, either…or, neither…nor, and not only…but also, highlights parallel structure rules, common errors, and offers practice…
Conjunctions to Show Consequence: consequently, therefore
This article explains how to use therefore and consequently to connect ideas and show results in sentences. It covers their meaning, form, punctuation, differences from conjunctions, formal use in writing, alternatives, and sentence-joining practice.
Linking Clauses in Complex Sentences with Conjunctions
Here we how to distinguish simple, compound, and complex sentences, explains clause types and conjunction use, discusses word order for emphasis, punctuation in complex sentences, and offers strategies and practice for writing clear, effective sentences.
When NOT to Use a Conjunction: avoiding double subjects
This article explains why learners often add too many conjunctions, how to spot double subjects and double conjunctions, and when conjunctions are unnecessary. It covers compound predicates versus clauses, tips for fixing run-ons, and practice exercises.
Weak vs Strong Conjunctions in Academic Writing
Here we why some conjunctions are weak in formal writing, gives examples of vague choices, and suggests stronger alternatives like however and moreover. It also covers how precise conjunctions improve cohesion and offers practice with sample paragraphs.
Reducing Clauses After Conjunctions (B2 level)
Here we clause reduction, showing how to shorten time, reason, and contrast clauses with conjunctions using -ing forms or past participles. It also discusses differences in spoken and written English and provides practice with rewriting clauses.
Common Word Order Errors with Subordinators
Here we sentence structure with subordinating conjunctions, common word order errors with subjects, verbs, and adverbs, differences when subordinate clauses lead, examples of confusing sentences, and provides word order practice with subordinators.
How Conjunctions Change Sentence Stress and Rhythm
Here we sentence stress and rhythm for B1–B2 learners, explains how conjunctions change word grouping and stress patterns, highlights contrastive stress with but, yet, although, and guides on placing pauses. It includes practice with reading aloud.
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