Example sentences of "[verb] [prep] extra [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Above and inset : Before winter arrives it 's important to plan for extra colour and warmth in the garden |
| 2 | This study formed part of the 1985 GHS and informal carers were identified using two screening questions , which asked about extra family responsibilities resulting from looking after someone who was sick , elderly or handicapped in their own household ( co-resident caring ) or another household ( non-resident caring ) ( see Table 8.3 ) . |
| 3 | I knew you 'd thought of something , and when you asked for extra milk it was n't hard to guess what it was . ’ |
| 4 | Fortunately , she was a feminist and seldom asked for extra money , since she would consider that degrading , although she had accepted a house and school fees . |
| 5 | ‘ Following the elections there has been less high profile security presence in the area , ’ he said , adding that some time ago he asked for extra security measures for the town . |
| 6 | Extra value and appeal has been added by Stanley Tools to its three blade-locking Galaxie II measuring tapes , with the addition of steel belt clips for extra convenience when working . |
| 7 | ‘ You 're too hot , ’ continued Jenny , lifting the coat Billie had placed for extra warmth on her bed . |
| 8 | This year it also incorporates swivel wheels and an integral gutter system , designed to allow the addition of side-sheets and run-up covers for extra protection of the square . |
| 9 | Sophisticated , ‘ Monroe ’ style bob is curled for extra volume and glamour . |
| 10 | If liked , 1 teaspoon of rum could be added for extra flavour . |
| 11 | This will mean that those qualifying for extra help will receive a rebate of up to £92 . |
| 12 | Five other locations throughout County Durham are also to be considered for extra nursery places . |
| 13 | By pitching the ball up and bowling in the channel he makes his opponent hit back along the line of the approaching delivery and play the ball into the ‘ V ’ — the arc of the field which lies between extra cover on the off side and a straightish mid-wicket on the leg side . |
| 14 | And the signals suggested Mr Clarke may opt to extend the scope of VAT to newspapers , food , children 's clothing , and could also tinker with tax allowances to pull in extra revenue . |
| 15 | And the signals suggested Mr Clarke may opt to extend the scope of VAT to newspapers , food , children 's clothing , and could also tinker with tax allowances to pull in extra revenue . |
| 16 | Farm suicides blamed on extra pressure |
| 17 | Byas held on to his third catch in the slips to gain Carrick the wicket of Harvey Trump , and after Robinson had returned to account for Andrew Cottam , Carrick rounded off the innings by getting the stubborn Andrew Caddick caught at extra cover for 37 . |
| 18 | Dishes on the menu — supplemented by extra carbohydrate and calories — are shepherds pie , savoury stew with potato , spaghetti bolognaise and macaroni cheese . |
| 19 | Only last month , my council applied for extra funding for another eight young people to be retained in the constituency rather than making the futile trek southwards . |
| 20 | An allowance has been made for extra labour . |
| 21 | The Bears were never headed but with just four heats left were still looking for extra inspiration . |
| 22 | Most publications are on the lookout for ways of increasing their circulation and some are also looking for extra revenue . |
| 23 | FAMILIES searching for extra space should make a quick exit left to Barry Evans & Co . |
| 24 | Forest prevailed after extra time on the away-goals rule . |
| 25 | Each side in turn went close to dispensing with extra time , Crown hitting a post then Paul Gascoigne having a chip turned on to the bar . |
| 26 | Carson drove with extra care and an eye on the mirror , but they covered the distance on the noisy roads to Ealing without any problem . |
| 27 | ( i ) If your salary grade is below PO1 ( that is below spinal column point 35 within the APT & C grades ) you are permitted to engage in extra mural employment provided it does not have any adverse effect on you performing the normal duties of your post . |
| 28 | If you find yourself panting after climbing the stairs , or stiff after unaccustomed physical work , such as gardening , it 's nature 's way of telling you that you could benefit from extra exercise . |
| 29 | He backed himself , tried to loft Tufnell into the wide open spaces down the ground , but instead miscued to extra cover . |
| 30 | Both designs carried a 10mm hex extension , letting a spanner be used for extra twist . |