grammar · academic
There is no doubt that + clause
Used to state something is certain or obvious
Examples
“There is no doubt that technology has changed how students learn.”
“There is no doubt that improving public transport would reduce traffic.”
“There is no doubt that governments must act on climate change.”
Band 8 sentence
“There is no doubt that adopting renewable energy sources would substantially reduce carbon emissions and long-term costs.”
Common mistakes
No doubt that people will benefit.→There is no doubt that people will benefit.
I have no doubt that it is true.→There is no doubt that it is true.
Say it for a higher band
5I think→6I believe→7+There is no doubt that + clause
Synonyms
It is certain that
Undoubtedly,
Easily confused
It is certain that
“It is certain that the new policy will affect small businesses.”
Undoubtedly,
“Undoubtedly, education plays a key role in economic development.”
No doubt that
“No doubt that the team played well.”
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