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The point is that + (subject + verb)
By stating ‘the point is’ you are stating in your opinion the meaning about what is actually happening. Here are some examples: “The point is that if you study you will do well in school.” “The point is that she does not understand.” “The point is that we need this done today.” “The point is…
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It’s time to + (verb)
You are letting someone know that something is required to be done at the present time. Here are some examples: “It’s time to say goodbye.” “It’s time to ask for a raise.” “It’s time to collect our money.” “It’s time to cheer for our team.” “It’s time to change the clocks.” “It is time to…
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That’s why + (subject + verb)
‘That’s’ is short for ‘that is.’ Here you are telling someone ‘because of this’ or ‘therefore.’ Here are some examples: “That’s why people admire you.” “That’s why she appears so happy.” “That’s why babies crawl before they can walk.” “That’s why Pam cries at sad movies.” “That’s why you fail to understand.” “That is why…
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It looks like + (noun)
You could be describing how something is similar or appears to be by the way it looks. Here are some examples: “It looks like a balloon.” “It looks like a jellyfish.” “It looks like a banana.” “It looks like a fish.” You can also use ‘it looks like’ to describe something that might be in…
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It’s gonna be + (adjective)
You’re informing someone what something is going to be like. This could be something you are going to do, see or feel. Here are some examples: “It’s going to be delicious.” “It’s gonna be easy.” “It’s gonna be depressing.” “It’s going to be exciting.” “It’s going to be disgusting.“ You can also add ‘he or…
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If I were you, I would + (verb)
Here you are giving an example of what decision YOU would do given the circumstances. This can be in past tense or in a conditional present. Here are some examples: “If I were you, I would enjoy my vacation.” “If I were you, I would explain what happened.” “If I were you, I would continue…
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You could have + (past participle)
Using ‘could have’ you are speaking about something that was, should be or would be. You are stating that they had other options that could have been chosen. Here are some examples: “You could have completed it sooner.” “You could have blown your chance.” “You could have done better on your exam.” “You could have…
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It’s too bad that
‘Too bad’ means regrettable or unfortunate. When using it in a sentence you are expressing a concern or regret for what has taken place. The topic being discussed could have happened to you, the person you are talking to, or someone or something else. Here are some examples: “It’s too bad that she lost her…
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Why don’t we + (verb)
‘Don’t’ is a contraction of ‘do not.’ When using ‘why’ you are asking a question that involves yourself and the person you are talking to. Here are some examples: “Why don’t we go bowling tonight?” “Why don’t we pick some fresh flowers?” “Why don’t we play a game of chess?” “Why don’t we save more…
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What do you think about (verb-ing)
This question asks someone their opinion about a topic. Here are some examples: “What do you think about having a cup of tea with me?” “What do you think about working overtime next week?” “What do you think about waiting in line for tickets?” “What do you think about sailing?” “What do you think about…
