Example sentences of "but [adv] [subord] she 'd [vb pp] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Second , on any other night Hilda might have dozed off in the chair , but not after she 'd had a flaming row with Viola . ’ |
| 2 | ‘ Perhaps , ’ he agreed before lapsing into silence , but not before she 'd seen his face reflect the pleasure he 'd experienced at her instant recognition of what was clearly one of his favourite recordings . |
| 3 | She stepped back , horrified , but not before she 'd seen the naked arms and legs , the bright yellow hair against the emerald green pillow , the broad naked back of the man . |
| 4 | Flustered , she looked away , but not before she 'd caught the devilish gleam in his eyes . |
| 5 | She put on a great act , pretending to be heartbroken and begging for a chance to restart our relationship , but shortly after she 'd gained access to the apartment there was a phone call . |