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Transition Phrase

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

A transition phrase is a word or phrase that connects ideas and helps to create coherence in writing. It signals a shift from one idea to another, adds information, or shows cause and effect.

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