In this episode of Kev’s English Podcast, Kevin Dean dives into one of the most common mistakes IELTS candidates make in Writing Task 2: using memorised phrases. Learn why sentences like “In the contemporary era…” or “This essay will discuss both views…” actually hurt your lexical resource and coherence scores — and what to say instead. ✅ Perfect for IELTS students aiming for Band 7 or higher ✅ Useful for those struggling to sound natural in academic writing ✅ Includes real examples from students + better alternatives 🎯 Want more tips? Visit theenglishnative.com 🎥 Watch 600+ videos on writing at The English Native YouTube 📸 Follow Kevin on Instagram: @thee.nglishnative Don’t forget to subscribe and share with other IELTS learners!