Example sentences of "[prep] [verb] their [noun sg] [verb] the " in BNC.
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| 1 | He knew she was angry with him for allowing their daughter to join the hunt , traditionally something only a select few men were allowed the honour of , but she would see his way soon enough . |
| 2 | Even at its simplest your intervention — supports the children in their role-play introduces the idea that you , the teacher , can play a role yourself creates the possibility of formalising their language creates the possibility of introducing some simple work in other curriculum areas ( e.g. counting ) encourages them to think beyond the immediate , maybe introducing simple notions of cause and effect narrative gives you the opportunity to introduce simple signals indicating when you are in and out of role , thereby accustoming them to this strategy for when you use it later in a whole group drama . |
| 3 | As revealed in yesterday 's TODAY , the Indians , Pakistanis and Sri Lankans have made a shrewd financial offer to woo the world 's 20 non-Test playing nations into supporting their campaign to stage the tournament . |
| 4 | Berliners are of one mind in pressing their claim to get the government back , knowing that a shift of the ministries from Bonn would attract to the city businesses of all kinds , eager to be close to the centres of decision-making . |
| 5 | No expense has been spared in making their record look the business , with an orb-arresting eyeball graphic on the cover upon which is floating a minute ‘ ? ’ like a speck of grit . |
| 6 | Naturally , since having their ruler become the Phoenix King enhances the prestige of a kingdom , the selection of the new ruler of Ulthuan is a process fraught with diplomatic manoeuvring as the interests of various political factions have to be juggled . |
| 7 | If ever there was a clear indication of the Government 's understanding of the changing needs of industry , the effect of change on a particular industry , and the Government 's willingness to take on board the social consequences of change , the last five years and the Coal Industry Bill clearly demonstrate the Government 's balanced commitment to honouring their duty to consider the wider public interest . |
| 8 | Lashley , for his part , showed that surgical damage to parts of the brains of rats could alter the types of movements they would make to negotiate a maze without disrupting their ability to reach the goal . |
| 9 | Equally , political and commercial considerations should not be underestimated , particularly in the major rug-making centres , where the workshops have proved adept at modifying their produce to suit the buyer 's requirements . |
| 10 | The evidence to date is that DHAs and independent sector employers are taking Derek Dean 's predictions seriously , and are preparing to defuse the demographic time bomb by revamping their image to attract the attention of potential returners , and by setting up re-entry schemes which will help to instil confidence in staff who feel nervous about coping with new and demanding roles . |