Example sentences of "[vb mod] take precedence over [art] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Stirling 's stated purpose in writing the memo was to suggest that recruiting his unit up to strength should take precedence over the equipping of these new battalions . |
| 2 | However , that is not to say that the appearance of the pool should take precedence over the well-being of its inhabitants , for , as will be seen later , the correct ratio of plant types is necessary to ensure the sparkling clear water which all pool-owners desire . |
| 3 | Should those measures be insufficient , the member state might have recourse to other criteria which prove appropriate , because , in that respect , the aims of the Common Fisheries Policy could take precedence over the rules on free movement laid down in the E.E.C . |
| 4 | As he knows , I have to decide whether his application comes within the Standing Order and , if so , whether a debate should be granted which would take precedence over the business set down for today or tomorrow . |
| 5 | In a large construction the silhouette of the ground floors , entrances , exits and more intimate areas can take precedence over the structure as a whole ( see ‘ Foveal and peripheral vision ’ ) and thus become its representative . |