Transitional Phrases

(Because / As a result / Due to / Despite) the rainy, cold weather, we practiced soccer after school.

We studied a lot for the grammar quiz; (however / finally / in fact / so), we failed it anyway.

Our teacher was sick. (Even though / As a result / Likewise / Finally), she was absent yesterday.

Watching the Olympics, first, Jaden cheered on the U.S. soccer team; (of course / nevertheless / next / for example), he cheered for tennis and finally he cheered for curling.

Patrick overslept this morning. (Therefore / Moreover / On the other hand / Thus), he was later for work

Bowling is a sport in which the player with the highest score wins. (Indeed / Furthermore / Finally / On the other hand), in golf, the lowest score wins.

Supporters of Clinton say she has experience (along with / following / indeed / whereas) her opponents say she does not.

Janice went to the store to pick up some last minute items for the party; (however / as a result / in the meantime / consequently), we need to clean the house before the guests arrive.

Cooper played with his toys all afternoon; (when / as a result / likewise / instantly), he had no time to finish homework.

The family eats together; (however / moreover / consequently / in fact), they don't have a lot of interesting conversation during dinner.

Steve fell off of his bicycle while performing dangerous tricks; (consequently / nevertheless / finally / for example), he broke his arm.

Medical studies have proven that sun damage can lead to melanoma; (however / therefore / for example / finally), you should always wear protective sunscreen.

Over 100 people tried out for America's Got Talent; (in fact / nevertheless / in the meantime / although), many of the contestants had very weird talents.

There are a lot of reasons not to skip school; (although / so / finally / for example), you will get in a lot of trouble and get zeroes for classwork.

(Next / Overall / Eventually / Initially) I didn't like to spend time reading in class, but I enjoy it now.

(Therefore / After / On the other hand / Beyond that) missing so many practices, Justin had a long talk with his coaches.

(Consequently / Furthermore / Because / Instead) this diet consists of non-meat food sources, a vegetarian typically consumes less fat and cholesterol than an individual who consumes meat.

I could really go for some Chinese food for dinner. (On the other hand / So / Moreover / In sum), pizza would be great, too.

Check your written application carefully and correct your mistakes. (Besides / Finally / Clearly / While), submit it to the employer.

She was mistreated by her friends; (nevertheless / so / finally / for example), she was kind to them anyway.

You'd better take a taxi. (Consequently / Furthermore / Otherwise / Although), you'll arrive late.

I lost my keys. (In fact / However / For example / Likewise), I later found them under the table.

Mr. Lopez gave an exam second period. (Similarly / Truly / Then / Finally), he graded it during third period.

I really hate the taste of lima beans, broccoli, and tomatoes; (consequently / nevertheless / moreover / so), I eat them because they are so nutritious.

I went shopping; (meanwhile / therefore / in conclusion / since), my sister went and got a manicure.

Smoking is unhealthy. (Moreover / Firstly / On the other hand / In conclusion), it is an expensive habit.

(Beyond / Despite / Indeed / For instance) his intense stage fright, Brian's act in the talent show was by far the most popular.

It is important to complete your homework; (furthermore / otherwise / nevertheless / although)it should be turned in on time.