Example sentences of "[adj] [conj] [noun prp] [modal v] [verb] [pos pn] " in BNC.
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| 1 | In 1944 , when the liberation of Europe began in earnest , it was clear that Stalin might use his military predominance in eastern Europe to create pro-Soviet regimes there . |
| 2 | It is conceivable that OUP could achieve its objectives on its own . |
| 3 | It was announced on May 22 that Germany would open its borders to children , the sick and wounded from Bosnia-Hercegovina and that others would be allowed in if friends , relatives or others undertook to look after them . |
| 4 | I was always afraid that Hindley would hurt his small son , either by accident or on purpose , when he was drunk , so I tried to keep Hareton out of the way . |
| 5 | And she found it interesting that Sandra would project her own pathetic pursuit of Matthew on to someone else . |
| 6 | It seemed to him quite possible that Dysart should exploit his official position to save an old friend from bankruptcy . |
| 7 | Brutus is though apprehensive that Caesar could change his personality when he got total power . |
| 8 | It was quite unnecessary that Underwood should clasp her waist like that . |
| 9 | The president of the European Commission , Mr Jacques Delors , was said to be delighted that Bonn would throw its weight behind a more rapid move to the controversial , supra-national stages of economic and monetary union . |
| 10 | He was convinced that Boulton would use his ‘ superior ingenuity to improve it ’ and use it against the Americans . |
| 11 | In retrospect , it seems obvious that Mosley would use his grasp and understanding of politics to take control of world motor sport . |
| 12 | In the light of this catalogue of achievements it was almost inevitable that Geoff should gain his second Player of the Year award from out discerning supporters , while the fact that he earned it in Palace 's most successful season of all time is a clear demonstration of both his immense value and huge contribution to our club . |
| 13 | With widening horizons , it was inevitable that Conran would turn his attention to expansion abroad . |
| 14 | The punishment was hard because Maggie would miss her visit , but it was not so bad as losing some of her pay . |
| 15 | Carrington , still naive though learning , had thought it logical that Hannele should tell her story to the proper authority in person . |
| 16 | Her mother is now worried about this and concerned that Sally will escalate her drinking . |
| 17 | All candidates said they were concerned that Darlington should preserve its green belt . |
| 18 | Ukrainian Prime Minister Vitold Fokin said on Jan. 29 that Ukraine would pay its share of the Soviet Union 's foreign debt ( 16.37 per cent ) independently . |
| 19 | On the other hand , if we stand firm , it is not unlikely that Russia will find her long range interests best served by reaching a compromise solution on a government acceptable to us , thereby accelerating our departure from Korea and thus , in her estimate , leaving the Soviets a free hand to pursue their political aims here . |
| 20 | According to Lyn-boss John Fiskvik it is probable that RJ will postpone his England trip to next week . |
| 21 | It was swelteringly hot and Constance could feel her dress sticking to her back as she walked . |
| 22 | Either you 're worried that Sarella will get her hands on the money , or you 're worried I will . |
| 23 | Nicandra asked , hopeful that Nannie would observe her kindly anxiety . |
| 24 | Their penchant for turning defence into attack is well-known but Antrim could have their measure this time round although that might be considered too good to be true in some quarters . |
| 25 | ‘ I think it will be harder because Plymouth will work their socks off they are struggling for points and will be totally committed to getting a result . |
| 26 | She came to the hearth , worried lest O'Hara should get his hands dirty . |
| 27 | He was so close that Polly could feel his body warmth and smell the soap he had used that morning . |
| 28 | Perhaps all that makes it easier to understand why Orwell was so anxious that Waugh should read his books : anxious enough to send him copies , though to a stranger . |
| 29 | Luke 's eyebrows lifted haughtily as if surprised that Merrill should question his methods . |