Example sentences of "do [not/n't] be [vb pp] [prep] a " in BNC.

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1 And be especially careful with formulations of the kind illustrated in the examples below ; do not be misled by a direct interrogative — the answer is never just a long version of " yes " or " no " :
2 do not be pressuried into a quick hard-sell ; this is an important investment which should be afforded due consideration
3 Finally , several novæ have appeared in Aquila during recent years , so that it is always worth making a check — though do not be deceived by a slow-moving artificial satellite !
4 Just because Ben Nevis is a popular peak do n't be lulled into a false sense of security — it 's a peak worthy of respect and in snow and mist should only be tackled by experienced walkers .
5 Do n't be swayed by a large selection of programmes — as every washing machine owner knows , most people use only a few .
6 Do n't be deceived for an instant .
7 One word of warning , however , do n't be talked into a certain type of computer by your children .
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