Some people think that it’s better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them.  Other people believe that it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Friends
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play a crucial role in our life because their perspectives significantly influence our way of living. It is debatable that which kinds of
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are better between
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who have the same point of view, or
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who have some different perspective. In the essay, both views will be elaborated before my opinion will be presented. On the one hand, it is normal that people will attract the ones who have similar opinions and lifestyles to them. As they like and enjoy the same things, they can be the best buddy to do their favourite activities together.
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, my companion and I are fond of working out, so we motivate each other to go to the gym for exercising every day. Another benefit of
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kind of friend is encouraging confidence. Due to similar perspectives, they support each other in favour of mental and physical confidence by thinking that they are the coolest guy on earth.
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, sometimes we need the kind of partner who has a different attitude to act as a consultant. As the
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who have similar views cannot provide good advice which is beyond our expectation, the
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who can give the advice based on the different perspectives are needed.
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, while my close
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who are like me urged me to find a girl to date from an online application, my colleagues who are older than me told me not to do it
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and urged me to talk with the girl in reality.
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, I believed my close friend and
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led me to disappointment as that girl was a cybercriminal.
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, the
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who disagree with you sometimes can give you a better suggestion. In conclusion, it is difficult to decide which type of friend is better because both types of buddies have their own advantages, and it depends on particular people's opinions. Presumably, we should have both in life to enjoy the time and to consult when we are subject to difficulties.
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Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately

Linking words are very important in your essay.

To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.

Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.

In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.

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  • for example
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • harmonious
  • stress-free
  • disagreements
  • conflicts
  • reinforce
  • validate
  • comforting
  • reassuring
  • broaden your understanding
  • perspectives
  • challenge intellectually
  • think critically
  • personal growth
  • development
  • healthy debates
  • communication skills
  • mutual respect
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