18 March 2015

Transitional Words and Phrases





As my newest creations take shape, I notice many transitional words and phrases. These can help create powerful links between ideas and provide a signal to the reader what is next to come. 

Here's a small selection of transitional words and phrases I have incorporated into my latest writings:


Additions:
  • furthermore
  • moreover
  • too
  • also
  • afterwards
  • again
  • in addition
  • even more
  • next
  • further
  • last, lastly
  • finally
  • besides
  • and, or, nor
  • first
  • second, secondly, etc.









Location indicators:
  • here
  • there
  • nearby
  • beyond
  • wherever
  • opposite to
  • adjacent to
  • neighbouring 
  • above, below






Time indicators:        
  • while
  • immediately
  • never
  • after
  • later, earlier
  • always
  • when
  • soon
  • whenever
  • meanwhile
  • sometimes
  • in the meantime
  • during
  • afterwards
  • now, until now
  • next
  • following
  • once
  • then
  • at length
  • simultaneously
  • so far
  • this time
  • subsequently











Conclusions:        
  • in conclusion
  • to conclude
  • finally
  • to summarize
  • in sum
  • in brief
  • to sum up
  • in short
  • in summary









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Piper is the author of military lifestyle books and RV travel journals. When she isn't busy typing away on her computer, she can be found chasing after her furry children or holding on tightly to a good cup of coffee. Follow her on LinkedInFacebookGoodreads and Google+.




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