Example sentences of "[noun] was [adj] and i [vb mod] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The wound of entry was small and I 'd say the gun was held at a little more than an inch from the chap 's neck . ’ |
| 2 | The pretty nurse with her wheelchaired lady was nearer and I could read ‘ Sally ’ on her white uniform badge . |
| 3 | ‘ The landing was ablaze and I could hear the soldiers shouting downstairs . |
| 4 | In those circumstances the decision of the justices was right and I would dismiss the appeal . |
| 5 | When he spoke his voice was low and I could n't catch what he said . |
| 6 | The hospitality was excellent and I can recommend it to all fans who feel starved of their rugby in late summer . |
| 7 | The door to the Little Vestry was open and I could see that he was n't there . |
| 8 | My tone was defensive and I could feel the tenseness returning . |