Refutation
on the contrary
§ She is not ugly. On the contrary, she is a good-looking girl.
§ I don't hate classical music. On the contrary, I'm very fond of
it.
Reformulation
in other words to put it
in a different way, put differently
§ He is a conservative. In other words, he favors the preservation
of old institutions in their original form.
§ Is there a cheaper solution? In other words, can you make a
cheaper device?
Correction
rather to be more precise
§ He is enjoying himself. Rather, he seems to be enjoying himself.
§ This system must be improved. Rather, it must be thoroughly
changed.
§ Her name is not Margeret. Rather, it is Margot.
Transition
as for
as to
with regard to with respect to
as regards regarding
as far as X is concerned
§
Both Orkun and Ozkan are my friends. Orkun studies
law at Ankara University. As for Ozkan, he studies mechanical
engineering at METU.
§
As far as comfort is concerned, a car is definitely much better
than a bicycle. On the other hand, with respect to convenience,
it is difficult to say the same thing.
§
METU and ITU are similar in several respects
(=ways). First, they are both technical universities. Secondly, they are
alike as regards the courses offered.
§
Sony, which is $550, is much more expensive than
Grundig, which is $440. However, as far as quality is concerned (With
regard to/ As regards quality), the former is far better
than the latter.
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