Example sentences of "are [adj] [that] [pron] is [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Thirdly , the chances are high that it is sitting atop an ancient tectonic boundary that runs east-west under the Mediterranean — this is where the African and Eurasian plates are in contention . |
| 2 | " We are convinced that what is going on is the beginning of Renamo in South Africa , " said Mandela on Sept. 14 , in a reference to the actions of white-backed rebels in Mozambique . |
| 3 | And we are delighted that she is marrying Steven , who is so loved/admired by his family and close friends and is respected by all of us for his hard work/talents/skills/ zest for life . |
| 4 | Although this is designed for individual use , its flexibility and generality are such that it is seen as worth describing here . |
| 5 | We are thrilled that she is living happily with a sweet Jack Russell Terrier , several cats , rabbits , and even a horse ! |
| 6 | If this is to be a spinnaker leg , hold onto the hoist until you are sure that no-one is going to luff you , but be ready for a quick hoist . |
| 7 | Essex education officers are concerned that it is becoming increasingly difficult to find an alternative school for excluded pupils and to match up exam courses . |
| 8 | The ‘ Action Men ’ are aware that it is used as a term of abuse and often become angry when it is applied to them . |