Example sentences of "[prep] if to give " in BNC.
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| 1 | As we drew near he took a step forward shining his lantern with its green light above his head as if to give the driver the ‘ All Clear ’ . |
| 2 | The lathes were serviced with a light oil film , draped in it as if to give them an overcoat protection that would ensure their survival against age and wear . |
| 3 | A girl in an apple-green school tunic advanced on me , her hand raised as if to give me a slap . |
| 4 | At this moment , as if to give substance to the Collector 's fears , the Magistrate and two planters came running back along the outside of the Residency wall from the direction of the hospital . |
| 5 | Without warning she reached her hand sideways and took mine and pressed it , as if to give me courage ; and perhaps to make me identify her with the original , gentle Lily . |
| 6 | He paused for a moment as if to give his next words emphasis . |
| 7 | He spat on his hands as if to give himself courage , then settled on the wall on his hands and knees . |