Used to strengthen the statement that follows or recapitulates the previous one.

Emphasis Marker

Softens criticism, hinting that there's a valid reason behind the statement.

Preemptive Defense

Signals genuine belief in the statement, stressing honesty.

Encourages listeners to consider the speaker's point as reasonable.

Suggests that an adequate explanation for the point made exists.

Indicates the speaker's argument takes into account subtleties or complexities.