Example sentences of "able [to-vb] [pers pn] some [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 .
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