Example sentences of "[adv] [to-vb] up to the [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The problem is to develop a device which as well as demonstrating a high degree of efficiency in converting wave energy into electricity , is also robust enough to stand up to the buffeting and corrosion of the sea . |
| 2 | ‘ Find a stick long enough to reach up to the cab , ’ he said . |
| 3 | For organizations and clubs first timing it in this area Kinloss Canoe Club can always provide an experienced canoeist guide ( usually an instructor ) to join your flotilla and paddle along to give up to the minute on the spot information , or if you wish , to lead on the water , all at not cost , especially on the Findhorn . |
| 4 | The loss of that money is resented by at least one member of the England Committee , who told me : ‘ Our football in Sweden was the worst in my lifetime , but we should be strong enough to face up to the situation . |
| 5 | I have listened in vain to hear anyone , in any political party , who has been courageous enough to face up to the crisis in the social services . |
| 6 | Batty was magnificently constructive throughout but things refused stubbornly to gel up to the interval . |
| 7 | John had asked her not to go up to the loft . |
| 8 | Er with the new contracts that started in September erm basically it seems that some teachers are having to do bits of cleaning themselves to keep their their classroom up to up to scratch up to the standards they ought they ought to be . |
| 9 | When a dog does start to show signs of becoming difficult about a visit to the surgery , you may want to arrange with your vet simply to walk up to the waiting room , pause here for a few moments and then return home . |
| 10 | He was about to stand up to the policeman when Duncan spoke . |
| 11 | For details of how to get up to the minute information on both DEPARTURES and ARRIVALS from your local airport ring the following Index Line : 0836 402770 ( Calls charged at 25p per minute cheap rate , 38p per minute at all other times ) . |
| 12 | For details of how to get up to the minute information on both DEPARTURES and ARRIVALS from your local airport ring the following Index Line : 0836 402770 ( Call charged at 25p per minute cheap rate , 38p per minute at all other times ) . |