By the same token

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In the same way or for the same reason.

He has lived in China, and by the same token, he understands Chinese culture
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Often appears as...

  • argue by the same token
  • follows by the same token
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Cause and Effect

Use it to link related ideas showing cause and effect or reason and result.

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She couldn't attend the meeting; by the same token, her absence affected the decision-making process.
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Equal Comparison

It highlights that what applies to one case also equally applies to another.

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The rule is strict for employees, and by the same token, it must apply to management.
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Avoid Overuse

Use sparingly to maintain impact. Overusing it may confuse the reader or listener.

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He excels in math; she in literature. But don't say 'by the same token' for every similarity.
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