Example sentences of "[prep] [verb] is [verb] to " in BNC.

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1 This process of policy-shaping is held to be legitimate because the local state has to react to popular pressures in devising its welfare systems .
2 To achieve something close to a perfect finish , a little forethought and measurement are essential before the first length of wallcovering is cut to length .
3 One of the hazards of interviewing is succumbing to the temptation of jumping to a conclusion too quickly , based perhaps on a hastily formed first impression ( see First impressions on page 69 ) .
4 As one gains in skill the performance of the task of riding is released to the periphery of awareness .
5 Oh , yes , but they 're going on that 's to sake of free , at the moment so the last thing that they 're interested in doing is talking to me about if I know what I 'm doing .
6 Nevertheless , as AMEC was at pains to point out yesterday , for the next couple of years making money from housebuilding is set to be a struggle .
7 The physical child response to stroking is extended to the psychological equivalent in terms of praise and reward .
8 ‘ What 's happening to surfing is happening to everything , ’ Terry said , ‘ that 's progress for you . ’
9 All I 'm gon na do is add to what Keith said earlier today and encourage you fellow Tablers to use your hearts and minds over the next twelve months in this direction .
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