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The worst part is...
Introduce the most difficult or negative part of a situation.
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The worst part is that we missed the bus.
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The worst part is that the shop was closed.
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The worst part is that we lost time.
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The worst part is that the payment failed.
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The worst part is that the road was blocked.
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The worst part is that the weather changed.
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The worst part is that the report was late.
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The worst part is that the system stopped.
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The worst part is that the customer complained.
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The worst part is that we had to wait.
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432.
It means...
Explain the meaning of a word, statement, action, or situation.
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It means we need more time.
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It means the shop is closed.
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It means you should wait.
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It means the payment failed.
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It means we need to check again.
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It means the plan has changed.
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It means the road is blocked.
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It means the customer needs help.
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It means we can continue.
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It means the deadline has moved.
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433.
In other words...
Restate something in simpler or clearer words.
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In other words, we need more time.
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In other words, the plan has changed.
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In other words, you should wait.
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In other words, the price is too high.
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In other words, we need another option.
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In other words, the customer needs help.
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In other words, the process is simple.
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In other words, we should start again.
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In other words, the deadline is close.
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In other words, we need to check first.
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434.
That is...
Clarify or identify something more precisely.
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That is the main problem.
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That is the reason I called.
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That is the point I wanted to make.
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That is the best option.
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That is the reason we waited.
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That is the result we expected.
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That is the change we discussed.
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That is the information we needed.
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That is the solution we found.
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That is the issue we need to fix.
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435.
For example...
Introduce a specific example.
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For example, we could start earlier.
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For example, you can check the address online.
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For example, I practice English every day.
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For example, we can take the train.
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For example, the team improved its response time.
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For example, you can call the office.
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For example, we finished the task early.
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For example, the new process saves time.
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For example, I work from home twice a week.
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For example, we can meet after lunch.
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436.
For instance...
Introduce a specific example to illustrate a point.
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For instance, we could start earlier.
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For instance, you can check the address online.
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For instance, I practice English every day.
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For instance, we can take the train.
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For instance, the team improved its response time.
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For instance, you can call the office.
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For instance, we finished the task early.
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For instance, the new process saves time.
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For instance, I work from home twice a week.
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For instance, we can meet after lunch.
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437.
Such as...
Introduce examples that belong to a particular category.
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Such as tea and coffee.
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Such as books and magazines.
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Such as buses and trains.
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Such as emails and reports.
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Such as rice and vegetables.
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Such as cars and bicycles.
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Such as English and Spanish.
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Such as sales and marketing.
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Such as phones and laptops.
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Such as meetings and presentations.
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438.
In particular...
Focus attention on a specific detail or aspect.
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In particular, we need to check the address.
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In particular, the customer needs an update.
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In particular, I like the second option.
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In particular, the deadline is important.
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In particular, this part needs attention.
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In particular, we should review the payment.
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In particular, the new system is useful.
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In particular, I want to discuss the budget.
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In particular, the report needs correction.
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In particular, we should contact the manager.
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439.
Especially...
Emphasize a particular person, thing, or situation.
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Especially during busy periods.
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Especially in the morning.
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Especially when traffic is heavy.
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Especially on weekends.
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Especially when I am tired.
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Especially during meetings.
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Especially in summer.
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Especially when I travel.
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Especially at the end of the month.
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Especially when I have deadlines.
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440.
In general...
Make a general statement about a subject.
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In general, the process is simple.
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In general, people prefer clear instructions.
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In general, the service is reliable.
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In general, we need more time.
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In general, the team works well.
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In general, prices are higher on weekends.
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In general, I prefer quiet places.
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In general, the system is easy to use.
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In general, practice improves speaking.
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In general, early planning saves time.
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