Example sentences of "to agree [that] it was " in BNC.

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1 First , however , I needed the Treasury to clear my paper — that is , to agree that it was an accurate description of the issues before the Government .
2 Both Jessica and Nadea seemed to agree that it was fitting and appropriate when I told them my first choice would be to serve with the Royal Canadian Air Force .
3 He pressed her to agree that it was finished between them , but she merely shrugged .
4 Beth , however , was determined that she should enjoy a more stable position , with a regular wage ; though even she had to agree that it was merely a pittance .
5 A part of Harry wanted to agree that it was possible , although it would be a very long while yet before he had enough money to buy even a small farm of his own and start up his own line of thoroughbreds .
6 And when , after the girl had gone , Laura had gazed about the chaotic-looking living-room , she 'd had to agree that it was n't up to her standards , either .
7 Leith knew then , when her mother began , ‘ Is n't it exciting ? ’ that she was wasting her time expecting her to agree that it was about time Sebastian got his act together .
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