Example sentences of "[conj] [adj] but [adj] [noun sg] be " in BNC.

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1 All too often though , the critical enthusiasm is immense , while the actual critical judgement disappoints , and we are left with the feeling that good but minor work is being overpraised for polemical reasons .
2 Often imitations are extended to provide a more accurate rendition of the child 's intended meaning or elaborated so that new but related information is added .
3 Summing up the Japanese impact on Korea , it may be said that efficient but harsh administration was provided ; economic progress was promoted yet in a distorted way , designed to benefit the colonial master .
4 The pancreas appeared somewhat swollen and enlarged but peritoneal fluid was minimal .
5 The main Viking field is earmarked for abandonment between 1997 and 2000 but major investment is necessary if the transportation system is to be maintained beyond that time frame , said Butler .
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