Example sentences of "[noun prp] could [verb] with [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | But Marseilles could do with another writer . |
| 2 | Temple could write with perfect confidence in his audience that though he would not ‘ strain the reader 's capacity by asking him to imagine a native Governor of a Colony or Protectorate ’ or even a native Colonial Secretary of Nigeria — a proposal which ‘ does not come within the bounds of practical politics ’ — he counted it an advantage of Indirect Rule that under it ‘ the native can and does fill not only positions of great responsibility but the highest positions , positions which place him on the social scale on an equality with the King 's representative himself ’ . |
| 3 | Gary could remember with utter clarity the first time that some other kids had called him a Spade . |
| 4 | Jane recommended scoop-necked bodies worn under silky shirts , which Helen could team with flowing trousers or skirts for a stylish but relaxed look . |
| 5 | COMPANIES in the offshore oil business were urged yesterday to change their thinking on ways of operating so that the North Sea could compete with other areas seeking shares of limited investment funds . |
| 6 | ‘ Margaret could do with some exercise , ’ she said . |
| 7 | Yet when he wished , John could act with adamant disregard for the king 's will or interests ; six bishops were provided despite the king 's fierce objections , while some of the king 's favourite candidates were ignored . |