English · C1 · Vocabulary · 3–5 min
Eight argument choices: qualify a claim, handle limits, and ask what evidence is missing.
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Accept the claim only under a stated condition.
A C1 argument does not need impressive words. It needs a precise boundary around what the evidence supports.
Say thisThat conclusion is plausible, provided further evidence supports it.
MeaningAccept the claim only under a stated condition.
When to use itStart the conversation naturally.
Say thisThe evidence is compelling, albeit limited.
MeaningRecognise strength while admitting a limit.
When to use itAdd the detail the other person needs.
Say thisWe should distinguish correlation from causation.
MeaningA link between events is not proof of cause.
When to use itFinish with a clear, polite line.
| Say this | Meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| That conclusion is plausible, provided further evidence supports it. | Accept the claim only under a stated condition. | Start the conversation naturally. |
| The evidence is compelling, albeit limited. | Recognise strength while admitting a limit. | Add the detail the other person needs. |
| We should distinguish correlation from causation. | A link between events is not proof of cause. | Finish with a clear, polite line. |
Make a careful argument: state a condition, acknowledge a limit, and separate association from cause.
That conclusion is plausible, provided further evidence supports it.
Accept the claim only under a stated condition.
Start the conversation naturally.
The evidence is compelling, albeit limited.
Recognise strength while admitting a limit.
Add the detail the other person needs.
We should distinguish correlation from causation.
A link between events is not proof of cause.
Finish with a clear, polite line.