Gregmat Support/Contrast Words

since

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I started exercising regularly since it improves my health.

that

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He was so exhausted that he fell asleep immediately.

as

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He couldn't come to the party as he was feeling unwell.

by

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By studying hard, she was able to pass the exam.

and

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She is an excellent musician and a talented artist.

also

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He is a talented musician. Also, he is an an excellent cook.

moreover

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The proposal is costly. Moreover, it's impractical.

likewise

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She enjoys hiking; likewise, her brother is an outdoor enthusiast.

equally

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Her chemistry teacher is strict; her biology teacher is equally demanding.

for

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She took an umbrella for it looked like rain.

when

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When you eat right and exercise three times a week, your health is bound to improve.

because

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thus

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The experiment failed; thus, we need to reconsider our approach.

through

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He was able to overcome his fears through beneficial therapy sessions.

if

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If you invest your money each month, you'll likely be rich in retirement.

which

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She avoided unhealthy habits, which led to a healthy and productive life.

given

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Given his expertise, he was the perfect candidate for the job.

with

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whereby

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They developed an efficient workflow, whereby ("by which") productivity increased.

therefore

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It started raining; therefore we canceled the picnic.

indeed

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The food was delicious; indeed, it was all gone in less than an hour.

then

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who

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The company is looking to promote an individual who exudes excellence.

in

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In problematic instances such as these, it's important we assess the damage.

so

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He trained hard, so he won the race.

like (similarity)

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Like a peaceful lake on a beautiful day, her mind was calm.

like (examples)

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Let's look at the successful cases, like the strongest tech companies.

after

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We celebrated after finishing the project successfully.

whose

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Let's recruit the successful people whose proven track records can help our firm.

where

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We found ourselves in a difficult situation where communication broke down.

seems

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The community garden initiative seems poised to bring joy.

to be words (is, was, are, etc)

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The abandoned factory is a breeding ground for unsafe conditions.

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but

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despite

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Despite the rain, the outdoor concert was a huge success.

though

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He is highly skilled though often unreliable.

yet

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The book was boring yet incredibly insightful in its final chapters.

unless

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The project will fail unless everyone commits to working together.

although

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Although she is very talented, she lacks experience.

however

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rather

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She chose to rest rather than finish the assignment.

instead

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He was supposed to study; instead, he watched movies all night.

unlike

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Unlike his sister, who is diligent, he tends to procrastinate.

even with, though, as, when, in, if

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Even with her busy schedule, she managed to excel in her studies.

Even though the weather was terrible, we had a wonderful time.

Even as he struggled, he remained optimistic.

She stays calm even when faced with challenges.

Even in difficult times, she found reasons to smile.

She plans to attend the event even if she feels unwell.

than

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The new software is more user-friendly than its outdated predecessor.

whatever

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Whatever criticisms you throw at us, we will stay positive.

regardless (of)

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Regardless of the obstacles, they achieved their goal.

without

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Without his guidance, the team felt lost.

notwithstanding

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Notwithstanding the difficulties, they completed the project on time.

nevertheless

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The task was daunting; nevertheless, they succeeded.

while

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The product is high-quality while the customer service is lacking.

not only...but also

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She is not only a brilliant scientist but also a compassionate mentor.

in addition

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The team received praise for their innovation; in addition, they were awarded a substantial bonus.

for this reason

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The weather was severe; for this reason, the event was canceled.

the more (adjective), the more (adjective)

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The more diligent you are, the more successful you will become.

serves to

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His dedication serves to inspire others to work harder.

as well as

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She excels in mathematics as well as dominates the basketball court.

so...that

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The movie was so captivating that everyone was on the edge of their seats.

if only

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If only he had studied harder, he would have passed the exam.

only by

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Only by working together can we achieve our goals.

resulting from

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The confusion resulting from the miscommunication caused delays.

in order to

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She trained rigorously in order to win the championship.

just as

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Just as a well-tended garden flourishes, so does a community thrive with care and cooperation.

seem like

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The improved policy changes seem like a step in the right direction.

no choice but to

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The failing business had no choice but to declare bankruptcy and close its doors.

only with

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Only with hard work and determination can success be achieved.

leads to/leading to/led to

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Their thorough planning led to a flawless execution of the event.

as (adjective) as it is (adjective)

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The solution is as effective as it is simple.

from this

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From this valuable experience, we learned how to tackle the next situation.

such as

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She noted numerous flaws in the writing, such as grammatical errors and awkward phrasing.

in light of

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In light of recent successes, the company is expanding its operations.

have a tendency toward

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The old building has a tendency toward frequent plumbing issues and structural weaknesses.

tends to

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The dedicated team tends to consistently exceed their project goals and deliver outstanding results.

stark contrast

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The serene countryside was in stark contrast to the bustling city.

on the other hand

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The project was delivered on time; on the other hand, the quality was subpar.

for all the

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For all the benefits of remote work, it can also lead to feelings of isolation.

taken a turn

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The weather had been pleasant but suddenly taken a turn for the worse.

by contrast

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The new software is user-friendly; by contrast, the old version was complicated and slow.

rather than

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He chose to rest rather than push himself and risk injury.

only to

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She worked hard on the project only to find out it was canceled.

far from

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Far from being a failure, the project turned out to be a great success

in spite of

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In spite of the challenges, they managed to achieve their goals.

force to

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The bullies who tormented kids were forced to apologize to the entire school.

on the contrary

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He thought the exam would be easy; on the contrary, it was extremely difficult.

turn into

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The peaceful protest turned into a chaotic scene when violence erupted.

transform

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Her guidance helped transform a struggling student into a top performer.

sharp contrast

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The vibrant artwork was in sharp contrast to the dull surroundings.

to be sure

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The task is difficult, to be sure, but it's not impossible.

I do admit

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I do admit the movie had some good scenes, but overall it was disappointing.

I do concede

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I do concede that he is talented, although his methods are unorthodox.

I do acknowledge

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I do acknowledge her hard work, even if the results were not perfect.

in fact

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The project seemed daunting at first; in fact, it turned out to be quite manageable.

no matter

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No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't solve the problem.

No matter how difficult the challenges, she overcame them.

nothing but

Words that don't change the logic

He is nothing but happy. = He is happy.

a few

Words that don't change the logic

I have a few friends. = I have friends.

A few = some = a little

little more than

Words that don't change the logic

She is little more than a bully. = She is a bully.

just

Words that don't change the logic

He is just a child. = He is a child.

simply

Words that don't change the logic

He is simply hungry. = He is hungry.

merely

Words that don't change the logic

It was merely a suggestion. = It was a suggestion.

nothing more than

Words that don't change the logic

You are nothing more than a friend. = You are a friend.