Element FORM/USE: 'NOT ONLY … BUT (ALSO)' WITH INVERSION, FOCUS
SuperCat CLAUSES
SubCat coordinated
Lexical Range N/A
Level C1
Cando Can combine clauses using 'not only' in front position followed by an inverted first clause + … 'but (also)' to introduce the second clause, to give focus.
Corrected Learner Example And not only did they come for the most popular sports, such as football and basketball, but many other less known activities were very well attended. (Spain; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1999; Spanish - European; Pass)

Not only was he helpful but the students had the opportunity to watch videos and listen to music. (Greece; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; Greek; Pass)

Not only has the cost improved, but also the value for money. (Switzerland; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2005; Swiss German; Pass)
Uncorrected Learner Example
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