linker (conclusion/inference) · academic
It follows that
UK/ɪt ˈfɒləʊz ðət/US/ɪt ˈfɑːloʊz ðæt/It FOL·lows that
Used to introduce a conclusion that logically follows from previously given information.
Examples
“The experiment lacked a control group; it follows that the results are inconclusive.”
“If demand increases while supply stays fixed, it follows that prices will rise.”
“Given the low response rate, it follows that the survey may not represent the population.”
Band 8 sentence
“Given the consistent decline in attendance over three years, it follows that the current policy approach requires significant revision.”
Collocations
- It follows that + clause
- From X it follows that Y
Word family
Common mistakes
It follows the results were wrong.→It follows that the results were wrong.
It follow that we must revise.→It follows that we must revise.
Following that the experiment failed.→It follows that the experiment failed.
Say it for a higher band
5So→6Therefore→7+It follows that
Synonyms
Therefore
Easily confused
Therefore
“The sample was biased; therefore, the results cannot be generalised.”
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In Emphasis & conclusion
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