grammar · formal
It is clear that + clause
Used to state that something is obvious or evident; introduces a clause expressing that fact.
Examples
“It is clear that climate change affects food production.”
“It is clear that more investment is needed in education.”
“It is clear that traffic congestion reduces quality of life.”
Band 8 sentence
“It is clear that sustained investment in renewable infrastructure will be essential for long-term energy security.”
Collocations
- It is clear from + Noun that + clause
- It is clear that + clause
Common mistakes
It is clear that people needs more parks.→It is clear that people need more parks.
It is clear to me that traffic is bad.→It is clear that traffic is bad.
Say it for a higher band
5It seems that + clause→6It is clear that + clause→7+It is clear that + clause
Synonyms
It seems clear that
Easily confused
It seems that
“It seems that many people prefer online shopping.”
It is obvious that
“It is obvious that traffic causes delays.”
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