Example sentences of "[pron] [noun sg] can [not/n't] [verb] [pers pn] " in BNC.
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1 | I should not run home and stay here in fear , for my sister can not harm me . |
2 | When the woman is nidda , or ‘ separate ’ , her husband can not touch her . |
3 | THE Smugglers ' Kitchen , above , is being given away because its owner can not sell it . |
4 | But her magic can not hold you ; you are beginning to be free . |
5 | So a boxer who is struck by his opponent can not sue him for battery . |
6 | There are two situations , however , where your mentor can not inspire you with his guidance . |
7 | So now you see , Richard , do you not , why your mama can not let you out of her sight ? ’ |
8 | If you get in a fight , short hair is an advantage since your opponent can not grasp it . |
9 | ‘ It 's too cold in here , ’ she said , ‘ Maggie , darling , do you think you can get up , because even your mother can not carry you down those stairs , you 're too big . |