Example sentences of "especially if [pron] [verb] a [noun sg] " in BNC.

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1 It is also relatively easy for anyone to record programmes , especially if one owns a music centre or a combined radio/cassette recorder .
2 Many women , especially if they have a lesbian or feminist identity , do not want to be part of the male power structure that the male-dominated homophile groups have : those women with a commitment to women tend to form their own groups .
3 Especially if they have a villa and come every year .
4 Old truncheons do n't disappear , they just grow in value , especially if they have a decoration .
5 As the emphasis for caring for mentally ill and demented patients moves to the community , they can act as a useful link between hospital and home , especially if they have a community remit .
6 Be prepared to take advantage of offers that come your way , especially if they concern a friend or relative .
7 Still they helped , especially if we had a loaf of bread to go with them .
8 The State grant remains the same , although in view of our rising reputation there are rumours it might be increased next year , especially if we make a success of the new production . ’
9 The easiest thing in the world is to say " Yes " especially if someone has a hand at your throat .
10 This is a magical place , and fatigue is suppressed by wonder , especially if you had a pork pie before the descent .
11 This can be carried out quite easily in the garden , especially if you have a wall or fence with an adjacent path .
12 At home too — especially if you have a partner who persists in leaving the towels in a soggy heap on the bathroom floor — Cozydry could be a useful investment .
13 The excellent graphics and animation sequences keep them interested to the end , especially if you have a soundblaster card as well as it is now supported with this program .
14 It 's not a particularly quick job but the results are very worthwhile , especially if you do a lot of flying when the sun is low on the horizon .
15 You will want people to relax over their meal , especially if you do a lot of entertaining .
16 Poppy seeds are also worth saving , especially if you grow a mixture of colours .
17 Be lavish in explaining what you are doing — especially if it involves a silence while the caller ‘ hangs on ’ .
18 Choose 100 per cent wool or an 80/20 combination of wool and nylon , especially if it offers a wear guarantee .
19 ‘ I know that 's terribly difficult for a Leo lady to do , but it must be worth it — especially if it means a lifetime of happiness . ’
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