Example sentences of "[modal v] rate [prep] " in BNC.
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| 1 | In a world of dubious economic statistics , changes in the official reserves must rate as one of the most unreliable indicators . |
| 2 | Between the lush coconut groves and cinnamon plantations , these spice-ridden islands ' soft , silvery beaches are the best the world can offer — beautiful Beau Vallon on Mahe must rate as the Seychelles ' very special favourite . |
| 3 | If the questions that come to PFK are any indication , compatibility problems with marine fish must rate as the single most difficult area to master and overcome . |
| 4 | ‘ In addition , the performance of the Ladybird Disney range must rate as the single most dramatic development in children 's book retailing over the past 12 months . ’ |
| 5 | The Datapath Magician is a very impressive piece of equipment and must rate as an absolute must either for those users wanting more colours than their 512K card can manage or for those who find the screen redrawing speed of Windows too slow . |
| 6 | This year 's Harrogate Exhibition must rate as one of the most successful ever for Stoddard Templeton . |
| 7 | Hardy , who ran the fastest intermediate ladies lap in the Northern relay championships at Derby a month ago , said : ‘ This must rate as my best-ever road race victory . ’ |
| 8 | He had a large place , with as many modern conveniences as a sandhole like Dead Rat could offer , but it was n't what someone with his skills could rate in a PZ . |
| 9 | Critics , educationalists and sociologists tried in vain to explain the appeal of a show in which the birth of a puppy would rate as the event of the week . |
| 10 | For psychologists would rate as a very important factor in sex determination the role a person plays and seeks to play , and the image that the person may have as regards the sex he or she belongs to . |
| 11 | Both performances would rate in the top grade at schools level . |