Example sentences of "[adj] [noun pl] [conj] it [vb past] [conj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Maxwell 's theory clashed with these generally accepted assumptions because it predicted that light is an electromagnetic phenomenon and also predicted , as was to be realized later , that fluctuating currents should emit a new kind of radiation , radio waves , travelling at a finite velocity through empty space . |
| 2 | It also presented him with an interesting little self-discussion about his future prospects because it came when he was on the cusp between low-key acting roles and moderate fame . |
| 3 | The van slewed wildly , but kept travelling , smoke appearing from its rear tyres as it swerved and skidded back towards the exit . |
| 4 | The failure to resolve Germany 's future added to Europe 's economic problems and it seemed that Communists in France and Italy might exploit the consequent social discontent in order to seize power . |
| 5 | Despite the market uncertainties and many other problems there were a number who had made great strides and it seemed that many would succeed . |
| 6 | The Proceedings of the Royal Society completely overlooked Lear 's beautiful Parrots when it decided that , ‘ The so-called Century of Birds from the Himalaya Mountains ’ was ‘ by far the most accurately illustrated work on foreign ornithology that had been issued up to that period . ’ |