Example sentences of "be able [verb] [pron] on the " in BNC.
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| 1 | Schofield has already had cause to caution Montgomerie — in 1991 — and yesterday he said : ‘ He is a fine golfer and is clearly going to be a major figure in the game for as long as he remains active in it , but he has to be able to take it on the chin . |
| 2 | Timing is also of the essence — flowers can be sent to you through the post as soon as the special event is over , but the best option is to be able to press them on the very day that they are used . |
| 3 | However , it seemed a shame to be able to design the forms using the computer and not be able to complete them on the same machine at a later point . |
| 4 | However , it seemed a shame to be able to design the forms using the computer and not be able to complete them on the same machine at a later point . |
| 5 | In addition the network installer will be able to advise you on the most efficient energy use for your home . |
| 6 | Your local authority will be able to advise you on the requirements for fresh-air ventilators . |
| 7 | ( 6 ) The procedure for obtaining Statutory Sick Pay will be dealt with by your employer who should also be able to advise you on the procedure for obtaining Sickness Benefit . |
| 8 | And in fact we said that we would be able to start it on the , at the beginning of May , even though we knew we would n't , we thought we 'd say that |
| 9 | You 'd be able to hear me on the radio , smiling . |
| 10 | He could not guarantee he would be able to deliver it on the day and she billed it as a surprise film so she could show a reserve if it failed to arrive . |
| 11 | But I 'm pretty sure we 'll be able to knock it on the head . ’ |
| 12 | ‘ Very soon I 'll be able to get one on the grounds of separation . ’ |