Helpful words for Functional Skills Writing exams, including letter writing
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sincerely |
She apologised very sincerely.
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faithfully |
The dog faithfully followed its owner around the house.
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complaint |
I will refer your complaint to my boss.
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company |
The company president has resigned.
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council |
The council won't allow any more houses here.
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therefore |
I'm tired, therefore I'm going home.
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because |
The joke wasn't funny because it was crude.
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official |
A decree is an official command or order.
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practical |
Wearing high heels in the mountains is not very practical.
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firstly |
I will meet you there, but firstly I must go to the bank.
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nevertheless |
It is going to be a difficult task, nevertheless we must try our best.
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beneficial |
Exercise is beneficial to your health.
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formal |
It's a formal dinner so we need to dress smartly.
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informal |
The uniform for the school trip was very informal.
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purpose |
I will reject these goods as unfit for purpose.
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audience |
The audience ignored the speaker.
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consumer |
A consumer is someone who purchases/uses a product.
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referral |
The lady asked her doctor for a referral to the hospital surgeon.
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reservation |
The table reservation was for tonight.
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Spelling games using the word list: Functional Skills Writing Words (copy)
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Monkey Business
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