Example sentences of "it is often [verb] [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | It is often repeated that hummingbird flowers are red , part of the ornithophilous ‘ syndrome ’ , and indeed , red does seem to be preferred by these birds . |
| 2 | It is often observed that misogyny and homophobia go together . |
| 3 | Okay , it is often argued that , I mean this is the principal reason why agricultural trade has n't been in the GATT negotiations , because agricultural er , protectionism has been enshrined in domestic agricultural policy , govern policy makers will say , we are protecting er , our own domestic industries right , because we , because of er , erm , deleterious effects that would be imposed , or the burdens that would be imposed on domestic agriculture if we did n't , we do n't think that the fabric of the rural society could withstand the reversion to laissez faire in agricultural goods . |
| 4 | It is often said that chess helps broaden the mind , promoting logical thought and forward planning . |
| 5 | As in any ongoing business things can change ; it is often thought reasonable that at least the more general warranties should be qualified as to materiality . |