Example sentences of "to show [that] [pron] are [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | In fact we have to show that we are prepared , if necessary , to do whatever it takes to survive . |
| 2 | Now that the full complement of introns in the ancestral triose phosphate isomerase gene has been mapped , he has been able to show that they are placed so that amino acids near each other in the protein 's structure are encoded wherever possible by the same exon , bolstering the idea that the original form of the gene contained a full complement of introns and was produced by exon shuffling . |
| 3 | Claimants also have to show that they are taking ‘ reasonable steps ’ to actively find work each week . |
| 4 | Companies seeking the Prince 's warrant will have to show that they are developing an environmental policy and are willing to carry out an internal environmental review and to set green targets , to be reviewed annually . |
| 5 | Thus for restrictive practices the burden of proof lies on the companies to show that they are acting in the public interest : in contrast , the legislation on monopolies is more open-minded , requiring the MMC to make the case that companies are acting against the public interest . |
| 6 | But we do perceive people 's bodies , and these behave in such a way as to show that they are accompanied by ‘ a distinct principle of thought and motion [ i.e. a mind ] like to ourselves ’ . |
| 7 | They believe that the current slaughter policy is a political expedient designed to allow ministers to show that they are doing something to curb food poisoning . |
| 8 | Speaking at the presentation , Sir George said : ‘ Councils have to show that they are doing the best they can with the money and other resources which they can use . ’ |
| 9 | Take pains to present a smart , efficient appearance and to show that you are beginning to master your subject . |
| 10 | You may use your hands to emphasise points — not in too exaggerated a way , but sufficiently to show that you are putting your whole being into it . |