Example sentences of "and would [not/n't] be [v-ing] " in BNC.

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1 They were to have school in the afternoons and would n't be starting until Friday .
2 He said he was not injured and would not be taking any action about the incident .
3 Despite his brotherly teasing and criticisms , he was devoted to her and would not be speaking in this fashion unless he felt it was for the best .
4 She became worried when she realized the workers were still dancing wildly and would not be going home soon .
5 Sir Bryan was paired with Des O'Grady , the little Irish pro , and would not be starting till 3.30 .
6 He was informed that Colonel and Mrs Moore had left with Miss D'Arcy on some unexpected business and would not be returning for at least a fortnight : and even that was by no means certain .
7 We had with us a Danakil from the Awash Station , not only as guide but also as hostage , and would not be releasing him until he found a replacement from the next tribe .
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