There are many transition words that will indicate that an example is forthcoming. These words clarify that evidence for your argument is coming up.

Function: Provide examples.

Some vibrant transition words appear below to help prepare your reader for new evidence or examples.

• For one thing, the child was unable to reach the remote.
• In this case, the scientist examined over 500 responses.
• In this situation, the orator’s words were more than hyperbole.
• Like FDR, he was progressive and thoughtful.
• On this occasion, her arguments lacked cohesion.
• Proof of this feminist critique comes from her positioning of the female figure.
• To clarify, her adherence to social norms undercut her feminist agenda.
• To simplify, a person’s negative attitude affects the group as a whole.