Discourse markers: Linking words

1️⃣ _______, the meeting was very productive despite the initial disagreements.

2️⃣ The hotel is expensive. _______, it offers excellent service and beautiful views.

3️⃣ The company has expanded rapidly in recent years. _______, it opened offices in five new countries last year.

4️⃣ The instructions seemed simple. _______, many users still had problems installing the software.

5️⃣ Many employees prefer remote work. _______, it allows them to save time on commuting.

6️⃣ The company wants to improve customer satisfaction. _______, it plans to launch a 24 hour support service.

7️⃣ The product is affordable and easy to use. _______, it is becoming very popular among students.

8️⃣ Some people prefer working in teams. _______, others work better alone.

9️⃣ The weather was terrible during our trip. _______, we still managed to enjoy the experience.