Example sentences of "[noun pl] [verb] when the [noun sg] is " in BNC.
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1 | Remaining discrepancies are termed isostatic anomalies , but why should such anomalies exist when the lithosphere is apparently free to attain isostatic equilibrium with respect to the asthenosphere ? |
2 | One of the six proposed tests for confirming brain-stem death is that ‘ No respiratory movements occur when the patient is disconnected from the mechanical ventilator for long enough to ensure that the arterial carbon dioxide tension rises above the threshold for stimulating respiration . ’ |
3 | Heading out to sea again , Pembrokeshire beaches are great places to walk when the mist is down and all the sun-worshippers are safely tucked away at home . |
4 | A pipe or cigarette burns all the time , and just wastes smoke when the user is not drawing on it . |
5 | Coburn v. Colledge was a case arising from a contract for services and it is well established at common law that the cause of action in such cases accrues when the work is complete . |
6 | Therefore , anybody interested in the wildlife of the seashore , especially the small fish , crabs , prawns , and other attractive creatures found when the tide is out , is recommended to plan their trips to the coast , taking special account of the following factors . |
7 | At the first , there was not much co-operation , but I am glad to say that in October the association announced a scheme similar to that which my hon. Friend suggested — to offer discounts to certain car owners who have security devices fitted when the car is being made in the factory . |
8 | Most accidents occur when the concentrate is measured out , and as spray equipment is seldom calibrated , there is no guarantee that the right dosage is applied . |
9 | British construction and glazing consultants suspect that the glass may be exploding because of nickel sulphide impurities introduced when the glass is made . |
10 | And remove debris in the pond base — both are jobs to do when the weather is warm . |