Example sentences of "determine [not/n't] give [pron] " in BNC.

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1 Airdrie appeared determined not to give their opponents any room — a tactic typified by Stewart 's marking of Robertson , who looked unusually ineffective .
2 Louise realised that Nora wanted a fight in order to clear her growing frustration — and she was determined not to give her the opportunity .
3 He allowed himself a small , tight smile as she clenched her teeth and remained staring him full in the face , determined not to give him the satisfaction of accepting his subtle invitation to check his statement .
4 She clenched her fists , unable to struggle , but determined not to give him the satisfaction of knowing she wanted him .
5 Charles nodded , determined not to give anything away .
6 She had been determined not to give anything of herself away to him , but he had succeeded in antagonising her to such a pitch that she almost could n't help herself .
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