To reinforce this view
Argumentation and critical discussion expression
Literally: To strengthen this perspective
In 15 Seconds
- Used to add a second, stronger reason to your argument.
- Best for professional meetings, essays, or serious debates.
- Acts as a transition between two supporting facts.
Meaning
This phrase is like adding a second layer of bricks to a wall you are building. You use it when you have already made a point and want to share another piece of evidence to make your argument even stronger.
Key Examples
3 of 6A business meeting about remote work
Productivity has increased by 20% this year. To reinforce this view, employee satisfaction surveys are at an all-time high.
Productivity has increased by 20% this year. To reinforce this view, employee satisfaction surveys are at an all-time high.
Discussing a movie with a friend
The acting was incredible. To reinforce this view, just look at the lead actor's emotional breakdown in the final scene.
The acting was incredible. To reinforce this view, just look at the lead actor's emotional breakdown in the final scene.
Writing a university history essay
The treaty was destined to fail. To reinforce this view, several diplomats expressed private concerns long before the signing.
The treaty was destined to fail. To reinforce this view, several diplomats expressed private concerns long before the signing.
Cultural Background
In UK universities, 'to reinforce this view' is a staple of the 'PEEL' (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link) paragraph structure. It is seen as a mark of a well-educated writer. In US business presentations, this phrase is used to project authority and 'data-driven' decision making. It is often paired with charts and graphs. In international law, this phrase is used to build a 'preponderance of evidence.' It connects disparate facts into a single, cohesive narrative of guilt or innocence. French students are taught the 'plan dialectique' (thesis, antithesis, synthesis). 'To reinforce this view' is used heavily in the 'thesis' section to build the strongest possible initial case.
The 'Comma' Rule
Always put a comma after the phrase when it starts a sentence. It helps the reader pause and prepare for the evidence.
Don't Overuse It
If you use this phrase three times in one essay, it becomes repetitive. Mix it up with 'Furthermore' or 'In support of this.'
In 15 Seconds
- Used to add a second, stronger reason to your argument.
- Best for professional meetings, essays, or serious debates.
- Acts as a transition between two supporting facts.
What It Means
Think of your opinion as a house. To reinforce this view is the extra concrete you pour into the foundation. It tells your listener that your first point wasn't just a lucky guess. You have more proof coming. It connects two ideas that support the same conclusion. It is the verbal equivalent of saying, "And if you don't believe that, look at this!"
How To Use It
Place this phrase at the start of a new sentence. First, state your main opinion or a fact. Then, start your next sentence with To reinforce this view, ... followed by a new piece of data. It works best when the second point is even more convincing than the first. It creates a smooth bridge between your thoughts. You sound organized and very persuasive when you use it correctly.
When To Use It
You will mostly use this in serious settings. Use it during a business presentation to justify a budget increase. It is perfect for university essays when analyzing a book or a historical event. You can even use it in a friendly debate about which pizza place is better. If you have two reasons why the crust is superior, this is your phrase. It shows you have thought deeply about the topic.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this phrase in short, casual text messages. If you tell a friend, "I'm tired. To reinforce this view, I slept poorly," you will sound like a robot. Don't use it if the second point contradicts the first one. That would be confusing! Also, don't use it more than once in a single conversation. It is a powerful tool, but too much makes you sound like a lawyer at a party.
Cultural Background
English speakers value logical progression in arguments. We like to see a clear path from Point A to Point B. This phrase comes from the world of architecture and military defense. Reinforce means to make a structure stronger against an attack. In conversation, it suggests that your opinion is a solid structure that can withstand questioning. It became popular in academic writing during the 20th century.
Common Variations
If you want to change it up, try To support this claim or To further this argument. For something slightly more modern, you could say To back this up. If you are feeling extra fancy, To lend weight to this perspective works beautifully. All of these do the same job: they build a stronger case for whatever you just said. Just pick the one that fits your personal style best.
Usage Notes
This is a C2-level transition phrase. It is highly formal and best reserved for structured arguments, academic writing, or high-stakes professional environments. Using it correctly demonstrates a sophisticated command of English rhetoric.
The 'Comma' Rule
Always put a comma after the phrase when it starts a sentence. It helps the reader pause and prepare for the evidence.
Don't Overuse It
If you use this phrase three times in one essay, it becomes repetitive. Mix it up with 'Furthermore' or 'In support of this.'
Academic Tone
Using this phrase in an email to your boss makes you sound very professional and logical. Use it when asking for a raise!
Examples
6Productivity has increased by 20% this year. To reinforce this view, employee satisfaction surveys are at an all-time high.
Productivity has increased by 20% this year. To reinforce this view, employee satisfaction surveys are at an all-time high.
The speaker uses a second data point to prove remote work is successful.
The acting was incredible. To reinforce this view, just look at the lead actor's emotional breakdown in the final scene.
The acting was incredible. To reinforce this view, just look at the lead actor's emotional breakdown in the final scene.
Used here to add specific evidence to a general opinion.
The treaty was destined to fail. To reinforce this view, several diplomats expressed private concerns long before the signing.
The treaty was destined to fail. To reinforce this view, several diplomats expressed private concerns long before the signing.
Classic academic usage to introduce historical evidence.
My cat is the laziest creature alive. To reinforce this view, he didn't even wake up when the vacuum cleaner hit his tail.
My cat is the laziest creature alive. To reinforce this view, he didn't even wake up when the vacuum cleaner hit his tail.
Using a formal phrase for a silly topic creates a funny, dramatic effect.
We just weren't compatible anymore. To reinforce this view, we hadn't agreed on a single weekend plan in six months.
We just weren't compatible anymore. To reinforce this view, we hadn't agreed on a single weekend plan in six months.
Used to provide a concrete example of a painful realization.
The app keeps crashing on startup. To reinforce this view, I've attached three different error logs from this morning.
The app keeps crashing on startup. To reinforce this view, I've attached three different error logs from this morning.
Formal but efficient way to present evidence in a work chat.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct phrase to strengthen the argument.
The study shows that sleep is vital for memory. __________, participants who slept 8 hours performed 30% better on tests.
The second sentence provides evidence that supports the first, so 'reinforce' is the correct logical connector.
Which sentence uses the phrase correctly in a formal context?
Choose the best option:
This is a formal legal context where evidence is being used to support a perspective.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
Professor: 'The Roman Empire fell due to internal instability.' Student: 'Yes, and __________, the currency devaluation led to total economic collapse.'
The student is adding an economic reason to support the professor's theory of instability.
Match the phrase to the most appropriate situation.
Where would you most likely see 'To reinforce this view'?
The phrase is highly formal and academic.
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesThe study shows that sleep is vital for memory. __________, participants who slept 8 hours performed 30% better on tests.
The second sentence provides evidence that supports the first, so 'reinforce' is the correct logical connector.
Choose the best option:
This is a formal legal context where evidence is being used to support a perspective.
Professor: 'The Roman Empire fell due to internal instability.' Student: 'Yes, and __________, the currency devaluation led to total economic collapse.'
The student is adding an economic reason to support the professor's theory of instability.
Where would you most likely see 'To reinforce this view'?
The phrase is highly formal and academic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsYes, 'my view' is common if you are speaking personally. 'This view' is more common in objective academic writing.
In modern English, 'reinforce' is the standard spelling. 'Re-enforce' is occasionally used but looks dated.
It's probably too formal. Use 'Also' or 'Plus' instead.
'Support' is general. 'Reinforce' specifically implies making something *stronger* that already exists.
Related Phrases
To bolster this argument
synonymTo make an argument stronger.
To substantiate this claim
similarTo provide proof for a specific statement.
To corroborate this evidence
specialized formWhen one piece of evidence matches another.
On the contrary
contrastTo introduce an opposing view.
