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Grammar fix

in the same vein

similarly; continuing a line of thought

Used to introduce a point or example that is similar to what was just mentioned, or to continue in the same style or approach.

expressionC1occasional

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • In the same vein, many students find it hard to balance work and study commitments.communication
  • People today are spending more time on their phones than ever before. In the same vein, social media platforms have become a major part of daily communication, especially among young people.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: in the same vein, [clause]

WrongIn the same vain, he added a point.

RightIn the same vein, he added a point.

'vein' (a line/style), not 'vain' (conceited).

Patternin the same vein, [clause]

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff Continuing along a closely comparable line of thought, consider this.

Natural In the same vein, consider this.

'In the same vein' compactly links a similar point; the long version is clunky.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • in the same vein
    similarlyhe addedanotherand

Don't confuse it

‘Similarly’ is more direct and neutral, while ‘in the same vein’ is slightly more formal and often used to link longer or more complex ideas.

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