
Useful Phrases – Proposal Writing DSE
10 Tips Series – Proposal Writing
Useful Phrases
Opening · It will have escaped no-one’s notice that [truancy] has been on the rise in recent years · Nowadays, it’s widely accepted that there’s a problem with… · In this proposal, I call on x to provide funds for… · We propose that
Formal language · The best way to address the growing problem of x is to… · We are now compelled to take action · The goals of the school would be served if we were to go ahead with… · It has recently been observed that… · We envisage the project lasting for… · This proposal will pay dividends in the long- and short-term
Mentioning the counter-argument · Although some critics might argue… · There are no doubt some who think… · Of course, it’s possible to say that… · Whilst it’s true to say…, we nevertheless have to maintain…
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Making suggestions · The advantages of the trip would be incalculable for… · It would be interesting to see… · The organisers of the trip could consider… · Time / funds permitting, we could… · It would be to our advantage to… · We would all benefit from… · I suggest that we… · I recommend that we…
Connecting ideas · Moreover… · Furthermore… · The difficulties notwithstanding, … · Further to the point I’ve just mentioned…
Ending · In conclusion, we believe that this small investment will reap massive benefits for all concerned. · We suggest that implementing this proposal would help to satisfy all these stakeholders at minimum cost. · Although it is always possible to find reasons against spending money, the benefits speak for themselves. |