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12. With the development of online communication, people will never be alone 
and will always be able to make new friends. 
 
To what extent do you agree? 
 
   
Nowadays, online communication is becoming universally popular, the number of users increase 
rapidly. People strongly believe that thanks to it, not only will loneliness permanently disappear 

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in their lives but social communication is likely to provide them with an opportunity to make 
friends with others. I completely agree with this statement for several reasons.  
  
Firstly, online communication centers around the world are helping users to easily connect 
regardless of geographical distances. Today's social media platforms have user-friendly 
interfaces in which online friends are recommended based on the user’s profile information. This 
facilitates the friend-making process without having to leave one's comfort zone. Also, such 
means of communication ensures that one will be constantly provided with friend suggestions as 
a way to enhance online experiences. For example, Tinder and other online dating apps match 
users with multiple potential individuals that share common interests.  
  
Secondly, the online world has a vast number of people from different backgrounds. As per the 
growing popular trend, more and more people feel the need to join the digital world. This creates 
a sense of collectivity and togetherness amongst users that there are always people they can 
reach out to. This sense is further enhanced by insights that are given into others' personal lives 
and interests. For example, each Facebook user has what is called a 'newsfeed' - a news bulletin 
with updates on what their friends share their activities.  
  
In conclusion, the large number of online users and ease of connection have made online 
communication a convenient tool to make friends and avoid loneliness.