Comparison

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Linking words and phrases of comparison

Linking words and phrases of comparison are used to present two related ideas.

Structure

Initial statement - linking word of comparison - second statement

Example
In the days of old living was quite difficult, compared with modern times our forefathers had a difficult life
People are drawn to money like moths are drawn to light

Linking words and phrases of comparison

Similarly
Likewise
Also
Like
Just as
Just like
Similar to
Same as
Compare(d) to / with
But also

Examples

Jenny has great style and elegance and you can see this in the way she behaves, similarly her mother and grandmother both have great style and elegance.
When the interest rates rise homeowners will feel great pressure, likewise new homebuyers will find a purchase more difficult.
It would be intelligent to consider Lenovo for your personal computing needs, also you could consider Hewlett-Packard if you don’t find anything suitable.
Books are for the mind like food is for the body.
It can be said that people need to develop their abilities in personal growth, just as they need to develop their career.
Dogs treat their masters just like their masters treat their dogs.
Okinawan martial arts is similar to Korean martial arts.
Adding additional insulation to a house will have an effect the same as adding an additional heating system.
Shares in Western mining are performing exceptionally well when compared to/with those shares of BHP.
John has had an exemplary performance this year and his method should be studied, but also don’t overlook the positive methods used by Robert.

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