Explanation — Linking & cohesion devices

💼 Why it matters at work

Nevertheless, consequently, in other words: cohesion devices are the connective tissue of a strong argument. They let you signpost your logic and steer the reader from problem to solution.

Cohesion makes a text flow: linking words signal relationships, while substitution and ellipsis avoid repetition.

Contrast: however, nonetheless, whereas. Result: therefore, thus, consequently. Addition: moreover, in addition, furthermore.

Avoid repeating nouns with one/ones; replace a verb phrase with do so / do it or so.

→ I prefer the red one. / He promised to help, and he did so.

So + auxiliary + subject (positive agreement); Neither/Nor + auxiliary + subject (negative agreement).

→ She passed and so did I. / I cannot go and neither can he.

💡 Tip: Match the auxiliary to the original verb: so did I (past), so can he (modal).

⚠️ Watch out

• one (singular) / ones (plural) for substitution.
• so/neither + auxiliary + subject (inversion).
• Choose the linking word that matches the logical relationship.