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Counterargument and emphasis

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Understand each item before testing yourself. Choose honestly whether it already feels familiar or needs practice.

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Admittedly,…

Example

Admittedly, the initial investment is substantial, and that should not be minimised.

Anticipate a credible counterargument and use advanced emphasis to show why your main claim still holds.

Admittedly,…
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Admittedly, the initial investment is substantial, and that should not be minimised.
That should not be minimised; nevertheless,…
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Admittedly, the initial investment is substantial, and that should not be minimised.
What is at stake is…
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Because what is at stake is not merely the purchase price, but the cost of delaying the transition.
Not only would…, but it could also…
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So not only would delay preserve the current expense; it could also make the eventual change more disruptive.
The stronger objection would be…
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The stronger objection would be…