Example sentences of "if it [vb -s] a [noun sg] [conj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | In a prefix such as those spelt ‘ re ’ , ‘ pre ’ , ‘ de ’ if it precedes a vowel and is unstressed , for example in ‘ react ’ , ‘ preoccupied ’ , ‘ deactivate ’ . |
| 2 | Be lavish in explaining what you are doing — especially if it involves a silence while the caller ‘ hangs on ’ . |
| 3 | An argument can be a perfectly logical deduction even if it involves a premise that is in fact false . |
| 4 | If the nearest unit of Orcs or Goblins is fleeing , or if it fails a break or panic test and so starts to flee , then the Snotlings pretend to flee as well ! |
| 5 | Do not be too quick to blame the puppy if it makes a mess when you are indoors . |
| 6 | A syllable will tend to be prominent if it contains a vowel that is different in quality from neighbouring vowels . |
| 7 | This last exception leads to an absurdity whereby a contract ( say , to install new kitchen units for a cash price of £2,000 payable immediately on completion of the work ) which would otherwise be cancellable , will be excepted if it contains a term that £35 of the price is not payable until , say , six months after completion . |
| 8 | Always protect it with cloth if it needs a spanner or wrench to shift it . |
| 9 | If it has a story or theme the behaviour and actions of the characters are predictable and conform to the old code of courtly behaviour . |