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C1 · Word order

Formal connectors: voorts, derhalve, bijgevolg

Connectors used in reports and official documents.

  1. The figures are unreliable; furthermore, they are badly documented.
  2. The deadline was missed; consequently, the appeal was lodged late.
  3. The plan is expensive; however, it is necessary.
  4. The board approved the amendment; furthermore, it asked for a review.
  5. The site is protected; nevertheless, building remains possible.
  6. The report is unfinished; therefore it will be published later.
  7. The procedure is unclear; furthermore, it differs per municipality.
  8. The costs have doubled; consequently the budget must be adjusted.
  9. The director wrote a report; however, he never discussed it.
  10. The rule is unclear; further explanation is therefore needed.
  11. The archive was closed; in addition, the catalogue was lost.
  12. The figures are provisional; they will be checked and published later.