Example sentences of "[adv] [vb pp] when it is [verb] " in BNC.

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1 The pungency of mustard is only realised when it is mixed with cold water ; salt , vinegar and hot water inhibit the flavour , producing a milder condiment .
2 The true significance of witchcraft is only disclosed when it is set within its full configuration of mystical forces ; the same applies to ancestor cults .
3 There are moments of natural awakening to one 's own beauty , but it is rare that it is really appreciated in the early years of womanhood ; usually it is taken for granted , and only lamented when it is gone .
4 It is not given when it is demanded .
5 However , this is easily corrected when it is pointed out that the Bible refers to God , himself , as a helper .
6 All of this should be easily understood when it is realised that the effect of the contract being avoided or frustrated is generally that the parties are no longer required to carry out the contract ; they are excused .
7 As the penalty that a one-pass load imposes in terms of extra synonyms is very quickly understood when it is shown visually , Fig. 6.12 compares the results of one-pass and two-pass loads for a number of bucket sizes .
8 If the style of the pot is deliberately changed when it is copied , particularly if the decoration is being changed to keep up with current fashion , the differences between earlier and later pots are even more noticeable .
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