Connectors

Building up an argument (3)
In the first place, first of all, for one thing, first, Secondly, apart from that, furthermore, in the same way, moreover, also, as well as, finally, Lastly, in conclusion, by way of conclusion, concluding.
Expressing an opinion or point of view: (4)
in my opinion, in my view, as I see it, if youwant my opinion, if you ask me, I think that, and imagine that, and believe that.
Giving examples: (5)
for example, for instance
modifying what has already been said: (6)
nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, still, but, yet, however, despite, though, even so, it's true all the same.
Explain causes and results: (2)
Thus, sound, hence, therefore, consequently, in consequence, in this way, on this basis, on these grounds, for this reason, because of (that), as a result, the result ... that.
Time expressions: (12)
at first / firstly, at present / Presently, nowadays, at the moment, up to the moment in the beginning, in the meantime.
Agreeing and desagreeing: (15)
I agree, I do not agree, I disagree.
Modifying what is being said: (6)
up to a point., more or less, as far as I know, especially, in particular, in this case, not to mention, obviosuly, basically, fundamentally, ensentially.
Reaching contrast: (10)
anyway, in any case, as it is, after all.
Making contrast: (11)
But, still, yet, while, although, though, even though, on the one hand, on the other hand, despite, in spite of, whereas, however, nevertheless, notwithstanding.
word sequence: (14)
First, First of all, Secondly, to begin with, later, after a while, next, moreover, finally, Lastly, also, then.