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To conclude, + clause
Used to introduce a final summary or conclusion; followed by a clause that sums up the main point.
Examples
“To conclude, stricter regulations and better education could reduce pollution.”
“To conclude, the benefits outweigh the costs in this case.”
“To conclude, students should balance work and rest to do well.”
Band 8 sentence
“To conclude, while technology brings many conveniences, policymakers must address its social and environmental costs.”
Collocations
- To conclude, + main point
- To conclude the essay, + clause
Word family
Common mistakes
To conclude that, we should try harder.→To conclude, we should try harder.
To conclude the reasons are many.→To conclude, the reasons are many.
Say it for a higher band
5Finally,→6In conclusion,→7+To conclude,
Synonyms
In conclusion
To sum up
Easily confused
To sum up
“To sum up, there are several advantages to studying abroad.”
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