Example sentences of "[be] [adj] [verb] the [adj] time " in BNC.
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| 1 | Because as you know if you fail twice you 're sure to fail the third time . |
| 2 | B : [ pragmatically interpreted particle ] the milkman came at some time prior to the time of speaking Yet it is clear to native speakers that what would ordinarily be communicated by such an exchange involves considerably more , along the lines of the italicized material in ( 3 ) : ( 3 ) A : Do you have the ability to tell me the time of the present moment , as standardly indicated on a watch , and if so please do so tell me B : No I do n't know the exact time of the present moment , but I can provide some information from which you may be able to deduce the approximate time , namely the milkman has come ( see R. Lakoff , 1973a ; Smith & Wilson , 1979 : 172ff for a discussion of such examples ) . |
| 3 | He also emphasizes that the chief executive should take into account the power structure of the organization , be careful to choose the right time to promote initiatives , and , in particular , avoid committing himself publicly to a specific objective or action until he knows that it is definitely what he wants and that he can get the support . |
| 4 | Poidevin has announced he is unable to devote the same time and commitment to the game this year because of his business pressures with a Sydney stockbroking firm . |
| 5 | I am learning all the time and I feel I am ready to hit the big time . ’ |
| 6 | If you are involved with local politics , meeting people is going to be part of your task — unless you are ready to spend the whole time in a backroom stuffing envelopes . |