Example sentences of "and [pers pn] [be] held [prep] " in BNC.

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1 Those two aspects mean that a small number of people can be members and they are held in some esteem .
2 This smith-god wears the leather apron and holds a pair of long-handled tongs , from which a small billet has fallen ; , and it is held in his left hand , presumably the right held a hammer .
3 ‘ It is a unique paper , ’ he says , ‘ and it is held in such affection because , no matter where Ulster people are , it is the one which keeps them in touch with ALL the local sport , whether its football and rugby or darts and pigeon racing . ’
4 His aunt , uncle , father and mother were present and it was held in a hotel .
5 Some protection is afforded by the practice of requiring the plaintiff to give an express undertaking not to use the information obtained without first seeking the leave of the court , and it was held in Tate Access Floors Inc .
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