Example sentences of "[adj] position [adv] as " in BNC.
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| 1 | But given that they can have their position specified , and can interpret this position so as to form the pattern , then this provides a very powerful means of generating patterns . |
| 2 | Another example , using the technique of redefining the problem and using the above situation , may be for the counsellor to suggest that the intention of the father 's behaviour was to place the daughter in an untenable position so as to break up her marriage . |
| 3 | Protective clothing : the only protective item allowed is a Police ‘ Long Service and Good Conduct Medal ’ which should be worn in a prominent position so as to allow the Local Youth to identify old policemen who they do not like , from young policemen whom they like even less . |
| 4 | I 'm quite sure she did n't believe a word of this , but in Oxford it is considered good manners to take an adversarial position so as to generate an interesting conversation and allow both parties to display their intelligence , knowledge and eloquence . |
| 5 | We 're at the same position here as we were when we were selling out Harlow Square with the audience going mental . |
| 6 | try to redefine the way that the opposition sees its own position so as to enable it to shift away from that position to your benefit |
| 7 | She is lying on her back ; her breasts adjust to a new position tardily as though they contain some viscous substance , set fling gradually as she raises herself on her elbow . |