Example sentences of "[be] not said to " in BNC.
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| 1 | Although it is a consonantal loss , it is not said to be ugly or careless in England generally . |
| 2 | ‘ language or conduct is not said to be insulting unless it is intended to show contempt or disesteem , or is understood by the hearer or observer to show this attitude . ’ |
| 3 | Kenya has about one million flamingos living around lakes Nakuru and Bogoria , a major tourist attraction , and the species ' survival is not said to be threatened by the epidemic , which is expected to die down in about a month . |
| 4 | This is not said to be mean , but to protect Lennie from getting into trouble because of his fascination for her . |
| 5 | ‘ That was not said to me , ’ reflected Robert with slightly affronted dignity . |