EAP Adverbials

The project took longer than expected; __________, we underestimated the time needed for research.

• • for instance

• • in conclusion

• • in other words

• • in brief

Many countries are now moving towards renewable energy; __________, Sweden has invested heavily in wind and solar power.

• • for example

• • in the same way

• • surprisingly

• • to conclude

The book explores the idea of minimalism; __________, it suggests that happiness comes from owning less.

• • in other words

• • in conclusion

• • for instance

• • in brief

Technology has revolutionized communication. __________, people can now connect instantly with friends across the world.

• • To conclude

• • Essentially

• • Likewise

• • For example

__________, the restaurant needs to improve its service to attract more customers.

• • Basically

• • For instance

• • In conclusion

• • In other words

She struggled with the new job at first; __________, she wasn’t used to the fast-paced environment.

• • interestingly

• • surprisingly

• • in other words

• • likewise

Many fruits are rich in vitamins; __________, oranges contain a lot of vitamin C.

• • in brief

• • for instance

• • in conclusion

• • surprisingly

The twins look very much alike; __________, even their voices are similar.

• • in other words

• • in short

• • likewise

• • to conclude

She loved hiking and often went on long trails during weekends. __________, her passion for nature was evident.

• • Interestingly

• • For example

• • Essentially

• • In the same way

__________, we have reviewed all possible solutions and selected the most effective one.

• • In conclusion

• • Surprisingly

• • In the same way

• • For instance