on a similar note vs on that note

Both "on a similar note" and "on that note" are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "On a similar note" is used to introduce a related topic or idea, while "on that note" is used to refer back to something previously mentioned or to conclude a discussion.

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on a similar note

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a related topic or idea.

This phrase is used to transition to a related topic or idea that is similar to the one previously discussed.

Examples:

We've talked about the benefits of exercise. On a similar note, a healthy diet is also important.
She enjoys reading mystery novels. On a similar note, she also likes watching crime documentaries.

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On a similar note: never give out the password to the channel to anyone.
On a similar note we can ask: "What does the Church need today?".
On a similar note, in the past year, James River has increased its nursing staff by 27.
Ms KWANTES in H7 struck a similar note: [It] caused so much trauma to so many people.
They severed her head, put it on top of her computer with a similar note.
The holes bear a similar note composition to a piccolo flute...
In 2008, Professor Cass Sunstein, an adviser to President Barack Obama and husband of the US Ambassador to the UN, had written a similar note[15].
"D Zed" sent three more bouquets with similar notes.
Edward Van Sloan, who had played the role of Professor Van Helsing in Dracula on stage and screen, brought a similar note of moral authority to the role of Dr Waldman.
A similar note was struck by Mr DUCOULOMBIER (H9), who referred to a specific case: There was one person based in Germany who had bought one of these Equitable Life schemes and had lodged a complaint.
I have seen similar notes from other people who left SYDA in states of considerable distress.
Mr MERRICKS strikes a similar note in WE 56: "It is noticeable that there are a number of gaps in provision of redress schemes in the different Member States..."
We see a similar note in 2 Cor 6:14,15 "Do not be yoked together with unbelievers... What does a believer have in common with an unbeliever?"
Ms KWANTES (H7) struck a similar note: My concern is that the Government can very easily do the same thing when the Parliamentary Ombudsman reports on Equitable Life, and that is a real concern...
The photographs of this exhibition are similar to notes from the painted diary of a sculptor.
Similar the the note in section 2.4 this assumes standard options.
Note Similar information is displayed automatically when you try to open a drawing file that another user has already opened.
I soloed on a similar surgery last month.
This is similar to sheet with notes where each note is a symbolic representation of a tone.
Using PNotes can "stick" on the desktop virtual notes very similar in appearance to the reals.

Alternatives:

related to that
in a similar vein
along those lines
in a similar context
in a related manner

on that note

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer back to something previously mentioned or to conclude a discussion.

This phrase is used to refer back to a specific point or topic that was previously discussed or to conclude a conversation or speech.

Examples:

We've covered all the important details. On that note, let's move on to the next agenda item.
You've been working hard all day. On that note, it's time to take a break.

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And on that note, I'm calling it.
Anyway, on that note, excuse me.
And on that note, please look under your seats.
Now, on that note, we would need you to change your name to Creed.
And on that note, I think our Mayor would like to say a few words.
And on that note I was thinking it might be nice to have a royal feast.
And on that note, I think this is a good time for a short break.
And on that note, something really weird just happened at the train station.
And on that note, Denny Crane is out.
But on that note, actually, I should probably get back to work...
And on that note, I am so excited to introduce you to your new co-star, Rogelio.
And on that note, I would like to hand things off to the mission head of this historic expedition, Lead Astronaut Sarah Elliot.
And on that note, His name is Jeremy.
And on that note, I believe that Mr Grove has some news for us.
And on that note, I think our Mayor would like to say a few words.
Yes, and on that note, you and Giles really need to come up with another location for your first meeting.
And on that note... I think it's time to pop the new baby bubble.
We've now launched a thorough, multi-agency investigation, and on that note I'm going to hand you over to Detective Superintendent Martha Lawson of the Identity Unit.
I think we should leave the happy couple on that note.
And on that note, gentlemen, I suggest we retire.

Alternatives:

on that subject
in conclusion
to wrap things up
to sum up
to conclude

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