Example sentences of "able [to-vb] [pers pn] [det] [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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1 | But that in no way affected my admiration for what Winston had done , and I am pleased to think that on one or two occasions I have been able to render him some modest service in the way of a reward for this particular display of public courage . |
2 | ’ I am writing in the hope that you may be able to give me some positive information regarding the money I am supposed to live on . |
3 | I had some faint ideas about releasing , but David was able to give me some valuable advice on how to go about it . |
4 | I 'll tell Sheila straightaway ’ made me feel that , at last , I 'd been able to give them some good news . |
5 | Mr Thomas Moss of Sundial Cottage The Square , Scorton might also be able to give you some useful information . |
6 | Your parents may be able to give you some home-prepared compost . |
7 | But you might be able to do it some other way . |
8 | Whatever your financial situation make sure you visit a reputable dealer with some pike fishing experience ; he will be able to offer you some sound advice and guidance . |
9 | Before , they had produced some good samples but this time they were able to show me some fine quality knitwear including knitted underwear . |