C1Englishen.c1.059

Discourse markers: by the same token / in the same vein

Discourse markers: by the same token / in the same vein

Structure:

By the same token, / In the same vein, + supporting/parallel clause

By the same token = following the same logic. In the same vein = on a similar topic.

Example:

The new law protects tenants' rights. By the same token, it also clarifies landlords' responsibilities.

Examples

The new law protects tenants' rights.

By the same token, it also clarifies landlords' responsibilities.

Practice

Question 1 of 30 correct

Which grammar pattern does this sentence use? "The new law protects tenants' rights."

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