Example sentences of "[pron] [noun prp] [verb] with a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The thin man 's lids rose for a fraction of a second to show a look of quiet amusement which Trent answered with a slight shrug : ‘ Señor , whether a man is for hire depends on the circumstances . ’ |
| 2 | At intervals , re-crossing his cramped legs humped on the hassock of his kit-bag , his boot struck Meredith 's shin and he muttered an apology , to which Meredith responded with a polite shrug of the shoulders . |
| 3 | The council 's plan to replace their Saturday shift with a standby system has infuriated the men whose bosses have just been given a big pay rise . |
| 4 | He gave Miss Jarman a sideways look which Jess saw with a little skip of interest , thinking — he 's got her measure ; she wo n't fool him . |
| 5 | The winner came from Martin Boyle 's cross which Vernon met with a perfect volley . |
| 6 | Mary handed over her parcel of food and treats which Kitty took with a happy nod , grateful for the saving kindness . |
| 7 | There is the apartment in Rome , done up in Viennese Secessionist style and there is the apartment in Monte Carlo itself , which Lagerfeld furnished with a complete collection of Memphis furniture and objects . |
| 8 | STEPHEN PEARS enhanced his England claims with a flawless display for Boro — including an amazing save with his head . |