Example sentences of "[modal v] [pers pn] not [verb] [det] [noun sg] " in BNC.
Next page| No | Sentence |
|---|---|
| 1 | Since the musician works with notes , why should we not accept that colour by its intrinsic force is capable of expressing a painter 's thought ? ’ |
| 2 | If nature has discovered the ‘ best way ’ of producing a sequence of changes that will result in an adult member of Homo sapiens , might it not recapitulate this sequence in the womb ? |
| 3 | ‘ Could we not take some part in your work ? ’ |
| 4 | Could they not get any welfare benefit ? |
| 5 | Given the success in getting the Israelis and Palestinians round the table , would it not make more sense for the Government to right that wrong and ensure that , during our presidency from July onwards , we talk directly to the PLO ? |
| 6 | Would it not make more sense to have a moratorium on pit closures in the interests of jobs , the balance of payments and European energy conservation ? |
| 7 | Can you not stay another day to sail round the island ? ’ |
| 8 | He realises too late that not only can he not meet that deadline but he will not be able to finish those accounts before 31 December 1994 . |