{"id":755,"date":"2025-09-24T05:16:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T05:16:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/?p=755"},"modified":"2025-09-24T05:24:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T05:24:09","slug":"linking-words-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/linking-words-list\/","title":{"rendered":"List of Commonly Used Linking Words and Phrases in English"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/linking-words-list\/#What_are_Linking_Words\" >What are Linking Words?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/linking-words-list\/#Benefits_of_Using_Linking_Words\" >Benefits of Using Linking Words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/linking-words-list\/#List_of_Commonly_Used_Linking_Words_and_Phrases\" >List of Commonly Used Linking Words and Phrases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/linking-words-list\/#Positioning_Linking_Words_in_a_Sentence\" >Positioning Linking Words in a Sentence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/linking-words-list\/#Linking_words_Exercise\" >Linking words Exercise<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><em>Linking words are a key to connecting your ideas and making your text flow smoothly. Especially, with the help of the linking words list, you can find the right phrases to use. This, in turn, will help you make your writing clearer and more engaging for your readers.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"1-what-are-linking-words\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Linking_Words\"><\/span>What are Linking Words?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Linking or connecting words, as the name suggests, are those words that are used to make connections between two sentences. When you want to make a connection with ideas without losing their meaning, you need to use the correct linking words accordingly. To get an understanding of these words, you must refer to the <strong>linking words list.<\/strong> Some commonly used linking words are the conjunctions \u2018but,\u2019 \u2018and,\u2019 \u2018if,\u2019 and \u2018or.\u2019 Though adverbs also play an important role when it comes to linking thoughts and making smooth transitions among them.<\/p>\n<p>Well, conjunctions and adverbs both make the reader understand what the writer or speaker wants to convey. Thus, it is important to understand the role of linking words in making writing communication more effective and understandable.<\/p>\n<p>In this write-up, you will find different lists of linking words according to different conditions and occasions.\u00a0 Furthermore, you will get examples to interpret their difference and use. Before jumping into the list, firstly, let us have a quick overview of why it is necessary to use linking words.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2-benefits-of-using-linking-words\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Using_Linking_Words\"><\/span>Benefits of Using Linking Words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following are some major benefits of using linking words.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Makes a text easy to read and comprehend for readers.<\/li>\n<li>Contributes significantly to the structure of the entire text.<\/li>\n<li>Maintains a content flow that is logical.<\/li>\n<li>Creates an appropriate connection between the concepts.<\/li>\n<li>Connects all of the ideas in a piece of writing, making it more cohesive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"3-list-of-commonly-used-linking-words-and-phrases\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Commonly_Used_Linking_Words_and_Phrases\"><\/span>List of Commonly Used Linking Words and Phrases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5756\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/linking-words-list-300x134.webp\" alt=\"linking words list\" width=\"700\" height=\"312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/linking-words-list-300x134.webp 300w, https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/linking-words-list.webp 740w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To understand the use of linking words or connectors, you need to know which word should be used in what situation. Different situations uncover different linking words and help the readers to understand the real context of the saying. Here, let\u2019s discover some examples of linking words according to different conditions.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"4-linking-words-for-agreement-addition-similarity\">Linking words for Agreement\/Addition\/Similarity<\/h3>\n<p>While writing your essay, you may have to present agreements and additional information. For that, you can use some words from the list below to make your writing effective and more powerful.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>in the first place<\/li>\n<li>again<\/li>\n<li>moreover<\/li>\n<li>not only &#8230; but also<\/li>\n<li>to<\/li>\n<li>as well as<\/li>\n<li>As a matter of fact<\/li>\n<li>and<\/li>\n<li>together with<\/li>\n<li>in like manner<\/li>\n<li>also<\/li>\n<li>of course<\/li>\n<li>in addition<\/li>\n<li>then<\/li>\n<li>likewise<\/li>\n<li>coupled with<\/li>\n<li>equally<\/li>\n<li>comparatively<\/li>\n<li>in the same fashion\/way<\/li>\n<li>identically<\/li>\n<li>correspondingly<\/li>\n<li>first, second, third<\/li>\n<li>uniquely<\/li>\n<li>similarly<\/li>\n<li>in the light of<\/li>\n<li>like<\/li>\n<li>furthermore<\/li>\n<li>not to mention<\/li>\n<li>as<\/li>\n<li>additionally<\/li>\n<li>to say nothing of<\/li>\n<li>too<\/li>\n<li>equally important<\/li>\n<li>by the same token<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"5-common-linking-words-for-examples-support-emphasis\">Common Linking Words for Examples\/Support\/Emphasis<\/h3>\n<p>To show examples, support, and present emphasis on some important facts, linking words would be different. Follow the list below to get a clear understanding of these connecting words.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>in other words<\/li>\n<li>notably<\/li>\n<li>in fact<\/li>\n<li>to put it differently<\/li>\n<li>including<\/li>\n<li>in general<\/li>\n<li>for one thing<\/li>\n<li>like<\/li>\n<li>in particular<\/li>\n<li>as an illustration<\/li>\n<li>to be sure<\/li>\n<li>in detail<\/li>\n<li>in this case<\/li>\n<li>namely<\/li>\n<li>to demonstrate<\/li>\n<li>for this reason<\/li>\n<li>chiefly<\/li>\n<li>to emphasize<\/li>\n<li>to put it another way<\/li>\n<li>truly<\/li>\n<li>to repeat<\/li>\n<li>that is to say<\/li>\n<li>indeed<\/li>\n<li>to clarify<\/li>\n<li>with attention to<\/li>\n<li>certainly<\/li>\n<li>to explain<\/li>\n<li>by all means<\/li>\n<li>surely<\/li>\n<li>to enumerate<\/li>\n<li>important to realize<\/li>\n<li>markedly<\/li>\n<li>such as<\/li>\n<li>another key point<\/li>\n<li>especially<\/li>\n<li>for example<\/li>\n<li>the first thing to remember<\/li>\n<li>specifically<\/li>\n<li>for instance<\/li>\n<li>most compelling evidence<\/li>\n<li>expressively<\/li>\n<li>to point out<\/li>\n<li>must be remembered<\/li>\n<li>surprisingly<\/li>\n<li>with this in mind<\/li>\n<li>point often overlooked<\/li>\n<li>frequently<\/li>\n<li>on the negative side<\/li>\n<li>significantly<\/li>\n<li>on the positives side<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"6-linking-words-for-effect-result-consequences\">Linking words for Effect\/Result\/Consequences<\/h3>\n<p>When you need to describe the effect, result, and consequences of something, you must use words carefully. Make your selection very clear and precise by following the mentioned list.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>as a result<\/li>\n<li>for<\/li>\n<li>consequently<\/li>\n<li>under those circumstances<\/li>\n<li>thus<\/li>\n<li>therefore<\/li>\n<li>in that case<\/li>\n<li>because the<\/li>\n<li>thereupon<\/li>\n<li>for this reason<\/li>\n<li>then<\/li>\n<li>forthwith<\/li>\n<li>henceforth<\/li>\n<li>hence<\/li>\n<li>accordingly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"7-linking-words-for-opposition-limitation-contradiction\">Linking words for Opposition\/Limitation\/Contradiction<\/h3>\n<p>Showing opposition or contradiction in your statements, some words are very common, such as \u201cbut,\u201d \u201cinstead of,\u201d and \u201cor.\u201d For more connecting words, you have to refer to the list below:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>but<\/li>\n<li>although<\/li>\n<li>in contrast<\/li>\n<li>(and) still<\/li>\n<li>Instead of<\/li>\n<li>different from<\/li>\n<li>unlike<\/li>\n<li>whereas<\/li>\n<li>of course &#8230;, but<\/li>\n<li>or<\/li>\n<li>despite<\/li>\n<li>on the other hand<\/li>\n<li>(and) yet<\/li>\n<li>conversely<\/li>\n<li>on the contrary<\/li>\n<li>while<\/li>\n<li>otherwise<\/li>\n<li>at the same time<\/li>\n<li>albeit<\/li>\n<li>however<\/li>\n<li>in spite of<\/li>\n<li>besides<\/li>\n<li>rather<\/li>\n<li>even so\/though<\/li>\n<li>as much as<\/li>\n<li>nevertheless<\/li>\n<li>be that as it may<\/li>\n<li>even though<\/li>\n<li>nonetheless<\/li>\n<li>then again<\/li>\n<li>regardless<\/li>\n<li>above all<\/li>\n<li>notwithstanding<\/li>\n<li>in reality<\/li>\n<li>after all<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"8-linking-words-for-cause-condition-purpose\">Linking words for Cause\/Condition\/Purpose<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to describing causes, conditions, or purpose, your connecting word would be different. To add more words to your dictionary, check out the following list of connecting words.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>in the event that<\/li>\n<li>if<\/li>\n<li>in case<\/li>\n<li>granted (that)<\/li>\n<li>&#8230; then<\/li>\n<li>provided that<\/li>\n<li>as \/ so long as<\/li>\n<li>unless<\/li>\n<li>given that<\/li>\n<li>on (the) condition (that)<\/li>\n<li>only \/ even if<\/li>\n<li>for the purpose of<\/li>\n<li>when<\/li>\n<li>so that<\/li>\n<li>with this intention<\/li>\n<li>whenever<\/li>\n<li>so as to<\/li>\n<li>with this in mind<\/li>\n<li>since<\/li>\n<li>owing to<\/li>\n<li>in the hope that<\/li>\n<li>while<\/li>\n<li>due to<\/li>\n<li>to the end that<\/li>\n<li>for fear that<\/li>\n<li>because of<\/li>\n<li>in order to<\/li>\n<li>as<\/li>\n<li>seeing\/being that<\/li>\n<li>since<\/li>\n<li>in view of<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"9-list-of-linking-words-for-time-chronology-sequence\">List of Linking words for Time\/Chronology\/Sequence<\/h3>\n<p>Choose proper connecting words when you have to describe time or sequence. A different list of words is used when you need to describe the time in your essay or other writings.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>at the present time<\/li>\n<li>after<\/li>\n<li>henceforth<\/li>\n<li>from time to time<\/li>\n<li>later<\/li>\n<li>whenever<\/li>\n<li>sooner or later<\/li>\n<li>last<\/li>\n<li>eventually<\/li>\n<li>at the same time<\/li>\n<li>until<\/li>\n<li>meanwhile<\/li>\n<li>up to the present time<\/li>\n<li>till<\/li>\n<li>further<\/li>\n<li>to begin with<\/li>\n<li>since<\/li>\n<li>during<\/li>\n<li>in due time<\/li>\n<li>then<\/li>\n<li>first, second<\/li>\n<li>until now<\/li>\n<li>before<\/li>\n<li>in time<\/li>\n<li>as soon as<\/li>\n<li>hence<\/li>\n<li>prior to<\/li>\n<li>as long as<\/li>\n<li>forthwith<\/li>\n<li>in the meantime<\/li>\n<li>when<\/li>\n<li>straightaway<\/li>\n<li>in a moment<\/li>\n<li>once<\/li>\n<li>without delay<\/li>\n<li>about<\/li>\n<li>by the time<\/li>\n<li>in the first place<\/li>\n<li>next<\/li>\n<li>whenever<\/li>\n<li>all of a sudden now<\/li>\n<li>at this instant<\/li>\n<li>now that<\/li>\n<li>immediately<\/li>\n<li>formerly<\/li>\n<li>instantly<\/li>\n<li>quickly<\/li>\n<li>suddenly<\/li>\n<li>presently<\/li>\n<li>finally<\/li>\n<li>shortly<\/li>\n<li>occasionally<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"10-linking-words-for-space-location-place\">Linking words for Space\/Location\/Place<\/h3>\n<p>Referring to the location is quite common in speech and writing. If you are describing any location or space, you have to use totally different words. For those words, consider the following list:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>in the middle<\/li>\n<li>here<\/li>\n<li>further<\/li>\n<li>to the left\/right<\/li>\n<li>there<\/li>\n<li>beyond<\/li>\n<li>in front of<\/li>\n<li>next<\/li>\n<li>nearby<\/li>\n<li>where<\/li>\n<li>wherever<\/li>\n<li>in the distance<\/li>\n<li>from<\/li>\n<li>around<\/li>\n<li>here and there<\/li>\n<li>over<\/li>\n<li>before<\/li>\n<li>in the foreground<\/li>\n<li>near<\/li>\n<li>alongside<\/li>\n<li>in the background<\/li>\n<li>above<\/li>\n<li>amid<\/li>\n<li>in the center of<\/li>\n<li>below<\/li>\n<li>among<\/li>\n<li>down<\/li>\n<li>beneath<\/li>\n<li>adjacent to<\/li>\n<li>up<\/li>\n<li>beside<\/li>\n<li>opposite to<\/li>\n<li>under<\/li>\n<li>behind<\/li>\n<li>between<\/li>\n<li>across<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"11-list-of-linking-words-for-correlative\">List of linking words for Correlative<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to showing a correlation between two thoughts, you must know which word comes first. For correct grammar or to share the right message, you have to know the combination of linking words. To get more insights into these connecting words, consider the following list:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"clearfix\">\n<li>as . . . as<\/li>\n<li>either . . . or<\/li>\n<li>what with . . . and<\/li>\n<li>just as . . . so<\/li>\n<li>neither . . . nor<\/li>\n<li>whether . . . or<\/li>\n<li>both . . . and<\/li>\n<li>not only . . . but also<\/li>\n<li>hardly . . . when<\/li>\n<li>if . . . then<\/li>\n<li>no sooner . . . than<\/li>\n<li>scarcely . . . when<\/li>\n<li>not . . . but<\/li>\n<li>rather . . . than<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Examples:<\/p>\n<p>For a better understanding of linking words, consider some examples, and know how to use them in sentences.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rahul is <strong>both<\/strong> smart <strong>and<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>John is <strong>as<\/strong> tall <strong>as<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>I am <strong>not only<\/strong> participating in the dance show <strong>but also<\/strong> trying to win the show.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For understanding the use of linking words, some more examples are explained below. There seems to be the same but different in use.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"12-despite-in-spite-of\">Despite &amp; in spite of<\/h4>\n<p>These linking words show the connection between contrasting ideas. Both words are followed by nouns or gerunds. They are not followed by clauses, subject + verb.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Despite<\/strong> losing a competition, Rohn is still happy with the effort.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In spite of <\/strong>the lost match, Rohn was happy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you use a clause after the use of these words, you must add the phrase \u201cthe fact that.\u201d<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In spite of the fact that<\/strong> Rohn lost the match, he was still happy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Despite the fact that<\/strong> Rohn lost the match, he was still happy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Nonetheless, Nevertheless, Notwithstanding &amp; Whereas<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While using nevertheless and nonetheless, writers have to use a pause (a comma) after mentioning them. By doing this, the reader can understand that the writer is returning to his point after acknowledging the arguments against it<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>My company didn\u2019t win the best year award. <strong>Nevertheless<\/strong>, we made a big profit.<\/li>\n<li>David lost a lot of money on the investment. <strong>Nonetheless<\/strong>, he never loses hope.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Notwithstanding can be used as a preposition, an adjective, and a conjunction. It conveys the same meaning as \u201cdespite\u201d or \u201canyway.\u201d Writers can use it before or even after a clause.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A preposition \u2013 <strong>Notwithstanding<\/strong> a brilliant attempt, he failed the exams<\/li>\n<li>Conjunction \u2013 It was the same material, <strong>notwithstanding<\/strong> that the texture appeared different.<\/li>\n<li>An adverb \u2013We were invited <strong>notwithstanding<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The connecting word whereas is a conjunction that reflects the sound of &#8216;as compared to&#8217; or \u2018on the contrary.\u2019<\/p>\n<p>John and David are brothers. John likes to watch movies, <strong>whereas<\/strong> David loves games.<\/p>\n<p>Read also: \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/us.greatassignmenthelp.com\/blog\/longest-english-words\/\"><span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">An Insight into the Top 12 Longest English Words in the English Language<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"13-positioning-linking-words-in-a-sentence\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Positioning_Linking_Words_in_a_Sentence\"><\/span>Positioning Linking Words in a Sentence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being a writer, you must know how to position linking words in different sentences or write-ups. Whether you are writing essays or assignments, you need to use connecting words somewhere in your writing. It makes the reader understand what message you want to convey.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"14-at-the-beginning\">At the beginning<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s never wrong to use linking words at the start of sentences. The use of these kinds of words at the beginning of the sentences will refer to the previous sentence.\u00a0 For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>I have lots of bikes. <strong>Although<\/strong>\u00a0I also like the sedan for smooth travel.<\/li>\n<li>Students can use assignment help for timely submission. <strong>Furthermore<\/strong>, they can connect with experts <strong>via<\/strong> assignment writing help.<\/li>\n<li>I don\u2019t have sufficient time to write my papers. <strong>As a result<\/strong>, I miss the due dates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"15-in-the-middle\">In the middle<\/h3>\n<p>Connecting words seem to be used in the middle of sentences to convey the right meaning. Go through the examples to understand the use of connecting words in the middle of sentences.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>This is the second time that this has happened, and, <strong>therefore<\/strong>, we can&#8217;t accept further furniture from your company.<\/li>\n<li>You can take assignment help <strong>as<\/strong> it is the best option to finish your work without any issues.<\/li>\n<li>We can\u2019t repair the watch you have returned <strong>since<\/strong> it is not genuine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"16-at-the-end\">At the end<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes, you can make use of connecting words at the end of the sentences. To emphasize certain points or make your speech effective, writers use linking words at the end.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It may be tough to recall all the grammatical rules. It is important, however.<\/li>\n<li>The assignment may be tough to write, <strong>sometimes<\/strong>. But, it is not anymore with assignment writing services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Select our <a href=\"https:\/\/ie.greatassignmenthelp.com\/\"><b>Ireland Assignment Help<\/b><\/a>\u00a0to complete your homework on time. Connect with our live chat support and get several customized assignment packages for high scores.<\/p>\n<p>Linking words will make the flow of your writing smooth. If you are clueless about what linking words to use and where to use them, then immediately get our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatassignmenthelp.com\/essay-help\/\">essay writing help<\/a> online. The finest essay writers from our team will assist you in using the right linking words in your work.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"17-linking-words-exercise\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Linking_words_Exercise\"><\/span>Linking words Exercise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following questions and answers help to analyze what you will get after reading the complete write-ups:<\/p>\n<p>1. He wore a coat ___ he might not catch a cold.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In order that<\/li>\n<li>On condition that<\/li>\n<li>So as to<\/li>\n<li>Provided that<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"toggle_ans_show\">Answer:- On condition that<\/div>\n<p>2. I\u2019ll take some money with me just ___ I see something I want to buy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Although<\/li>\n<li>In case<\/li>\n<li>Until<\/li>\n<li>As soon as<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"toggle_ans_show\">Answer:- In case<\/div>\n<p>3. I set the alarm for 5:30 in the morning ___ I wouldn\u2019t miss the flight.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>So that<\/li>\n<li>In case<\/li>\n<li>As soon as<\/li>\n<li>While<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"toggle_ans_show\">Answer:- So that<\/div>\n<p>4. Promise me that you will phone me ___ you get to the airport.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Before<\/li>\n<li>As soon as<\/li>\n<li>Unless<\/li>\n<li>In spite of<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"toggle_ans_show\">Answer:- As soon as<\/div>\n<p>5. 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