Example sentences of "take it [prep] [pn reflx] [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | I then take it on myself to swill off the blades and rollers so they wo n't put Pa off finishing the grass when he 's done with the Virgin in there . |
| 2 | Where broad discretionary powers have been conferred upon public authorities the courts take it upon themselves to review the exercise of those powers to ensure that the body does not make decisions which are so unreasonable that no reasonable body could have come to such a decision ; to ensure that the decision-makers are not biased and that decisions are not made mala fide or for any improper purpose . |
| 3 | In the last months of 1989 the people of Central and Eastern Europe take it upon themselves to address the future and make it a different place to be in . |
| 4 | The local skaters take it upon themselves to remove some dangerous panelling designed to withstand loose board , however the local council see this as an act of vandalism and feeling are strong amongst some councillors to get rid of the ramp . |
| 5 | Then , just when I had everything nicely rounded off what did this ungrateful creature of mine take it upon herself to do ? |