1. There is a remarkable increase in the number of ....
2. This is partly due to + N.p 3. I think, this is definitely a N.p 4. The first/ second sentence includes ... and the following sentences are supporting the main idea ... 5. Actually, I much prefer to ... because .... For example/ instance, ... 6. Fillers: I mean ..., Well, let me see ...., You see ..., If you see what I mean ..., Let’s get this into perspective ..., You know ... 7. Give your time to think: - Well, it’s difficult to say, but... - I don’t have any idea, but I suppose,... - I am no expert to comment, but... - Actually, that’s not something - I’ve really thought about, but... - Mmm... I am not really sure, but... - I don’t know much about that, but... - That’s an interesting point and I think I would have to say that .... - I’m not exactly sure what you mean, but... - That’s a rather difficult question, but perhaps...