Example sentences of "[conj] i know [pers pn] [adv] well " in BNC.

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1 ‘ I would have thought that I knew him fairly well , but in writing the lyrics I found depths I had never contemplated . ’
2 Sometimes I do it if I know them quite well .
3 He blustered and turned scarlet as if caught out in a crime , and tried to bluff it out , but I knew him too well .
4 It is of little use to remember the answer to an examination question as you leave the room , or to say later with head in hands , " But I knew it so well " , surprised at your ability to remember it now but your inability to recall it at the time when you most needed it .
5 Later you will grunt in exasperated tones : " But I knew it so well ! "
6 ‘ He tried to say it was too much worry for him but I know him too well to believe that .
7 It was n't difficult ; I lost you for a moment when you covered your hair , but I know you too well for you to be able to hide from me . ’
8 ‘ It 's only because I know you so well , Peachcake .
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