Example sentences of "[coord] keep a [adj] [noun sg] on " in BNC.
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| 1 | With other feelings we may be burdened by their strength , yet still be free enough to choose whether we express them to others by word or action , indulge them or keep a tight rein on them . |
| 2 | Sean and Michael were there too , but they stood at the back looking usher-smart in new suits , and keeping a professional eye on the collecting plate . |
| 3 | He may need to be able to use apparatus , and generally speaking science teachers are accustomed to explaining necessary points about its use and keeping a close watch on safety . |
| 4 | ‘ You are very much mistaken , ’ he muttered , looking beyond them and keeping a close eye on his sister and Mitch as they rode along laughing and talking . |
| 5 | Parents like to see the headteacher 's initials on their child 's reading card , they appreciate that the head is taking a personal interest in their child 's progress and keeping a general eye on activities in classrooms . |
| 6 | Similarly , a physiotherapist said : ‘ I had to try and keep a brave face on it and not let on . |
| 7 | To a considerable extent , each republican or provincial national bank acts autonomously , and keeps a watchful eye on the financial position of its own republic or province . |
| 8 | ‘ Now take it out and keep a firm hold on it . |
| 9 | Protect your back and keep a casual eye on those around you . |
| 10 | so it 's keep a high profile on the , on useful things and keep a low profile on the , on the others |
| 11 | She will slow her pace down for them and keep a close eye on them as they amble along near her , but she will not let them get too far away from the home base . |
| 12 | Carry out water changes every other day to keep pollutants to a minimum and keep a good lid on the tank so the air above the water is of a similar temperature , when the labyrinth organ develops . |
| 13 | Treat any sick fish immediately , in isolation if possible , and keep a careful watch on other fish . |
| 14 | Morgan , held big equity stakes in companies , had seats on the board and kept a close eye on management . |
| 15 | ‘ Our officers separated the two groups and kept a close eye on what was going on , ’ said the spokesman . |
| 16 | Many of the people in our picture were only window shopping and kept a tight hold on their cash , according to disappointed traders . |
| 17 | From the first the government made every effort to exclude any knowledge or discussion of the French Revolution ; Floridablanca 's cordon sanitaire was the strictest in Europe ; in 1791 he suspended the entire periodical press and kept a careful watch on the large French colony in Spain . |
| 18 | Jimmy seemed aware of that too , and kept a wary eye on him while he addressed Cardiff . |
| 19 | Toast the newly cut surfaces but keep a watchful eye on them as the toast is now very thin and will cook extra quickly . |