Example sentences of "[conj] [adj] [be] [adv] say [conj] " in BNC.

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1 But that 's easier said than done , and you will be lucky indeed if it never happens to you .
2 But that is easier said than done .
3 But that was easier said than done .
4 James Graham 's solution was to suggest that the Duke of Montrose dismiss William Weir , but that was easier said than done , for Weir had been appointed in order to oblige one of Montrose 's friends , and James Graham had not made a solution any easier to obtain by promising his substitute that Woodrop should have the appointment of procurator-fiscal to give as he chose .
5 But that was easier said than done .
6 ‘ Get a ticket , not a criminal record , ’ the ads urge you ; but this is easier said than done .
7 But this is easier said than done .
8 Though that was easier said than done she would do her best , and try instead to enjoy what she could of the coming seven days , and treat each day as a holiday and as if she had n't a care in the world .
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