For another thing



Example: For another thing, we need to finish the project soon.

Definition


"For another thing" is an expression used to introduce an additional reason or point in a discussion or argument. It helps to emphasize a further consideration beyond what has already been mentioned, often to strengthen a case or clarify a position.

Translations


  • por otra parte
  • om nog een reden
  • per una altra banda
  • d'autre part
  • zum anderen

Etymology


The phrase "for another thing" combines the preposition 'for' with the phrase 'another thing,' which dates back to early English usage where 'thing' referred broadly to an object, matter, or consideration. This idiomatic expression evolved to signal the addition of a separate point during conversation or writing.

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"For another thing" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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