Example sentences of "[adv] [v-ing] [pn reflx] into the [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Ideally the British wanted the Americans to be on call in reserve , not edging themselves into the premier position . |
| 2 | That 's right , yes I mean , the goalkeeper was fantastic first half , and really we only had one chance second half , and he made a great save from Fossey. erm First half , it was a case of just throwing himself into the right area and the ball was hitting his body and you know , he was just a good example of how to be a good goalkeeper . |
| 3 | It responds to this helpful adjustment by promptly inverting itself into the mock-dead posture . |
| 4 | Bones fly up from the ground all around them , magically assembling themselves into the massive skeleton of some huge , dinosaur-like beast . |
| 5 | He bought the old Cherton Manor about a year ago and has set about turning himself into the local squire . ’ |