Example sentences of "[adj] [to-vb] [pers pn] as [adv] [conj] " in BNC.

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1 In the indirect business of conversation , it is as well to do it as skilfully as possible and without leaving others feeling awkward .
2 If time permits , we would be happy to accommodate you as far as we can .
3 With luck , the Jews would not be able to find him as quickly as that .
4 He was able to answer her as calmly as she had spoken .
5 When a nova is found , it is important to follow it as carefully as possible , and binoculars can be very helpful indeed , particularly as most bright novæ remain within binocular range for some time .
6 I was using a hand-pump , and then an electric pump to stimulate my milk supply , although at first I was too distressed and unmotivated to do it as often as necessary and consequently did n't produce anything when I did pump .
7 ‘ The consequences of this man 's actions could have been a lot more serious because of the lady 's age and we are anxious to arrest him as soon as possible .
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