Example sentences of "is often [vb pp] [conj] a [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The suggestion is often made that a couple should not be treated as if they were living as husband and wife unless the man is actually giving the woman financial support . |
| 2 | A condition of payment into court is often imposed where a judgment is to be set aside but other terms and conditions are imposed sparingly . |
| 3 | Tail held erect with its whole length quivered This gentle quivering action is often seen after a cat has been greeted by its owner . |
| 4 | The Commissioner herself is the only legally qualified person in her office , and it is not surprising to learn that Treasury solicitor 's advice is often sought before a decision is made to grant assistance or not |
| 5 | Consent to a change of control is often required if a company has authorisation under statute , such as the Banking Act 1987 , Consumer Credit Act 1974 , Financial Services Act 1986 and the Civil Aviation Act 1982. ( 2 ) Government grants . |
| 6 | It is often inserted where a semi-colon is needed to separate two independent clauses . |
| 7 | It is often claimed that a CU represents a movement towards freer trade . |
| 8 | It is often claimed that a lord on the spot was of more immediate relevance to local men , especially in outlying regions , than the king at Westminster . |
| 9 | It is often claimed that a lord on the spot was of more immediate relevance to local men , especially in outlying regions , than the king at Westminster . |