Example sentences of "i why [pos pn] " in BNC.
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1 | If the hon. Gentleman is so concerned about law and order , perhaps he could explain to me why his party refuses to support the Prevention of Terrorism ( Temporary Provisions ) Act , which was introduced initially by a Labour Government and is now opposed by a Labour Opposition . |
2 | Peking he said can you tell me why his room was larger than mine |
3 | ‘ Perhaps you can tell me why my daughter does n't come to see me ? |
4 | If not , ’ I continued sarcastically , ‘ can you tell me why my purse is in your hand ? ’ |
5 | SIR — Although like most MPs I accept the principle that a majority of one is enough , I find it difficult to explain to my Southend Conservative supporters who have phoned me why your paper takes the view that there was a 4.43 per cent swing from Conservative to Labour in our constituency . |
6 | ‘ Only after you tell me why your arm 's in a sling , ’ she said . |
7 | Can you tell me why your song book has to be on the floor and the music on the floor behind it ? |