Example sentences of "but [verb] n't [be] too [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | There 's a lively accent on finance ; but do n't be too extravagant . |
| 2 | But do n't be too long , will you ? |
| 3 | Be beautiful , but do n't be too nice . ’ |
| 4 | Try to view your work as dispassionately as you would any other programme you might watch on the television — but do n't be too hard on yourself , you are now comparing your efforts with the work of skilled professionals ! |
| 5 | But do n't be too easygoing about allowing your child too much freedom with the baby . |
| 6 | But do n't be too optimistic and do n't imagine that your advice to your daughter will be acceptable . |
| 7 | Have a reasonable answer ready at every point but do n't be too quick to explain yourself Sorry I 'm lecturing . ’ |