Example sentences of "[adv] set [adv prt] [prep] be a " in BNC.
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1 | This book intentionally sets out to be a companion to art history by cataloguing movements and critics rather than artists , who are included if they have written on art . |
2 | I did n't set out to be a sculptor but discovered at college it was much more of a natural thing for me . |
3 | It was impossible to speak to Mr Sloan , she said , and added that the Panel was never set up to be a court . |
4 | This latter proposal specifically sets out to be a piece of social legislation , being concerned with information provision to , and consultation with , the workforce in large companies , especially multinational companies . |
5 | ‘ I never set out to be a role model for girls or women , ’ she said in a recent interview , ‘ and I do n't conform to any stereotype . |