Example sentences of "[n mass] [vb base] themselves [prep] [art] " in BNC.

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1 I 'm beginning to realize why perfectly sane people pitch themselves at the mercy of the elements miles from the security of terra firma , has provided the perfect resort for our first events of the .
2 ‘ As they strap in for holiday flights , how many people imagine themselves at the controls ? ’ said a Virgin spokesman .
3 The way people dispose themselves in the available space can also indicate , for example , their interpretation of the relative status of those present : for example , standing up when an important visitor enters the room .
4 I am concerned about the position in which some people find themselves as a result of problems with the funds .
5 As more people find themselves in the same position , men stop mocking each other for doing housework and mothers-in-law cease criticising their sons ' wives about going out to work .
6 — The people commit themselves to a life of obedience , and Moses sprinkles the remainder of the blood over them ( verse 8 ) — identifying them with the sacrifice made on their behalf both initially and for the failures and sins of everyday life .
7 Thus the new reality is that a small group of people substitute themselves for the class as a whole and decide what is best for all .
8 Think of the very different way in which people express themselves in a bedtime story , a lecture , in giving directions , making announcements , making an after-dinner speech .
9 Mr. Wuben and his staff pride themselves on the friendly service offered to all guests , they are sure to give you a real Dutch welcome and are happy to help with a wealth of information to help you really enjoy your visit .
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