Example sentences of "[noun sg] both [adv prt] and [prep] the " in BNC.
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| 1 | The trade unions are a problematic force both in and on the uneasy edges of the system of power ; a variety of factors have conspired to produce an upsurge of competing participants and conflicting demands ; elected governments have frequently shown themselves to be weak and vacillating in the face of pressures and problems ; and certain democratic aspects of the British polity have heaped problems on to the capitalist economy in a way that has " crowded out " opportunities for growth . |
| 2 | According to their former captain and hooker , Douglas Livingstone , McPherson 's influence both on and off the field has been a major factor in what has been a very successful season . |
| 3 | Although winless since 1987 and suffering all sorts of mental anguish both on and off the course , Torrance was eager for the 1990 campaign to start . |
| 4 | Scientists are still examining the extent of the contamination both in and around the reactor . |
| 5 | By the time Johnny moved back to Brighton he had spent over 20 years at Selhurst Park and during that time he had made an invaluable contribution to Palace 's progress both on and off the field , for which he will long be remembered with gratitude . |
| 6 | Good sportsmanship both on and off the field is vital for the good of the game . |
| 7 | They were ‘ to make Arsenal Football Club one of the best football clubs from all points of view ’ and to ‘ employ , without exception , the very best type of player to represent the club … above all , he must be a gentleman both on and off the field ; he must be a clever player , who can think out attractive , constructive tactics ; and he must be wholeheartedly enthusiastic and keen to make progress in the game . ’ |
| 8 | SPORT reflects the ills of society and , in the current climate of moral torpor , perhaps we should not be surprised by declining standards of behaviour both on and off the fields of activity . |
| 9 | She dressed with consummate elegance , personifying grace both off and on the stage , and she was the most photographed woman of the time . |
| 10 | Mr Tomlinson became very anxious and looked for the passenger both on and under the train . |
| 11 | Club rivalries and Ron Waldron 's Neath-based selection policy made Wales 's tour to Australia last year an unmitigated disaster both on and off the pitch . |
| 12 | Northampton 's return to challenging for top honours was brought about by a complete overhaul of the club 's structure both on and off the field . |
| 13 | McKenzie is not a flamboyant character but a deep thinker about rugby and life in general , a worker both on and off the field and a crucial team-member . |
| 14 | Parrott revelled in his good fortune both on and off the table as he scored a 5–3 victory over Thai-phoon James Wattana . |
| 15 | No one could every doubt his qualities as a leader and his tremendous commitment to the task both on and off the field ’ . |