Example sentences of "[vb base] [pron] [modal v] not only " in BNC.
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| 1 | Seb 's astonishment had been replaced by eagerness as Christian talked , and the farmer added , ‘ I 've built a reputation for my horses , Seb , and I know you 'll not only continue that reputation , but probably enhance it . ’ |
| 2 | We are working hard to solve the problem and if we succeed it will not only be good for Arsenal , but will work for the betterment of England , too . |
| 3 | I believe we should not only be looking at simple traffic calming , I believe we should be looking at er greater use of subsidised school transport and in fact transport called for a report and I gather going on right out . |
| 4 | Leading up on this as the members state at the E C , I believe we should not only have for the benefits of the European legislation to protect employees , but also to seek , form and strengthen links with the European union . |
| 5 | I think we need not only a strong parliament but also a strong presidency . ’ |
| 6 | Was a polite Behaviour joined to that honest Sincerity and social Disposition which is remarkable in the English Sailors , I think they would not only be the most useful Men in the Island , but by much the most agreeable Companions : For this Reason , I would recommend it to Parents who are to breed their Sons to the Sea , to give them an early Taste of Letters , especially the European Tongue , which will be of great Service to their Business as well as polish their Manners " . |