conjunction phrase · academic
Given that + clause, + clause
Used to introduce a fact or situation which is then used as the basis for a conclusion or action.
Examples
“Given that most students commute, schools should consider flexible timetables.”
“Given that the data are limited, any conclusion must be tentative.”
“Given that inflation is rising, consumers are likely to cut back on spending.”
Band 8 sentence
“Given that long-term demographic trends point to an ageing population, governments must prioritise pension reform now.”
Collocations
- Given that + clause
- Given the circumstances
Word family
Common mistakes
Given + Noun, + clause (used when clause follows)→Given that + clause, + clause
Given the fact that many people think, ... (ok but wordy)→Given that many people think, ...
Say it for a higher band
5Because + clause, + clause→6Considering that + clause, + clause→7+Given that + clause, + clause
Synonyms
Considering that
In view of the fact that
Easily confused
Considering that + clause
“Considering that she was new, she performed remarkably well.”
In view of the fact that + clause
“In view of the fact that supplies were short, rationing was introduced.”
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