Element FORM/USE: 'NOT ONLY … BUT ALSO' WITH INVERSION
SuperCat CONJUNCTIONS
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Level C1
Cando Can use inverted auxiliary 'do' + the subject after 'not only', to give focus.
Corrected Learner Example Indeed, not only did they teach us useful knowledge, but they also organised practical exercises to ensure that we had assimilated all the information. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2006; Greek; Pass)

Furthermore, not only do I speak (and write) in fluent English, but I also speak French, Spanish and Portuguese. (Brazil; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2004; Mende; Pass)

For me, not only do extreme sports provide satisfaction of achievement, but they also help you to express yourself. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; Greek; Pass)
Uncorrected Learner Example Indeed, not only did they teach us useful knowledge, but they also organised practical exercices to assure that we had assimilated all the information given. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2006; Greek; Pass)
Furthermore, not only do I speak (and write) influent English, but I also speak French, Spanish and Portuguese. (Brazil; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2004; Mende; Pass)

For me, not only do extreme sports provide satisfaction for your achievement, but they also help you to express yourself. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; Greek; Pass)

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