Example sentences of "[noun pl] or give [pron] " in BNC.
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| 1 | For all its strengths , the game has a few flaws — you ca n't drop objects or give them to another character . |
| 2 | So much can be conveyed by putting your arms around someone 's shoulders or giving them a kiss . |
| 3 | Often bosses ignore workers or give them the silent treatment — a negative , no-win situation for all concerned . |
| 4 | He interrupted himself to explain , ‘ I did n't make any false promises or give her a lot of romantic fantasy to persuade her . |
| 5 | 11 Do n't allow yourself to be dominated by the student who always knows , or thinks he knows , the answer or who is always asking you questions or giving his opinion on the state of the world . |
| 6 | You had to satisfy the Traffic Commissioners , that what you are proposing would , would answer the cause , would n't give rise to erm great hardships to the travelling public and erm oh you 're preparing a fare increase about a year before it actually came up to , in front of the Commissioners and then he would erm , perhaps make some alterations or give you a date when you could apply . |
| 7 | Usually a person , like the plaintiff , who suffers no special damage from a breach of the law must ask the Attorney-General either to institute proceedings or to give his consent ( in a relator action ) to the plaintiff 's proceeding . |
| 8 | You may find that after an initial burst of enthusiasm , your employers run out of steam and seem reluctant to fund you on courses or give you conference or study leave . |
| 9 | Sometimes , a mild painkiller is enough to ease the pain but , if it 's more of a problem , your doctor will be able to prescribe medicines or give you other advice . |
| 10 | Sometimes , a mild painkiller is enough to ease the pain but , if it 's more of a problem , your doctor will be able to prescribe medicines or give you other advice . |
| 11 | Be assured however that if I can in any manner contribute to the success of your efforts , either by the proposal of questions for discussion , or subjects for Papers or giving my opinions on any part of the Veterinary Art which you may think proper to investigate I shall at all times feel myself honored by the request , & I am persuaded that Mr Sewell will be most happy to ( ? add ) his exertions in any way congenial to your wishes . |
| 12 | Both Societies would like to express their thanks to the many people who loaned exhibits or gave their time helping to organise the events and providing refreshments . |
| 13 | He then scattered it on pub floors or gave it to friends to buy drugs . |