Example sentences of "[noun sg] [vb -s] the best " in BNC.
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| 1 | The stylishly colour co-ordinated hotplate offers the best in gas technology , with three standard and one semi-rapide burners , each igniting instantly at the touch of a button and each with a simmer-stop position , which maintains a steady flame at a low setting . |
| 2 | According to Terrence Finnegan , the Cuk power converter offers the best of all power supply worlds , approaches 90% efficiency , requires few components , and produces minimal amounts of interference ( EW + WW July 1991 ) . |
| 3 | If WE can claim ( with all due modesty , of course ) that New Scientist has the best magazine covers around , then MIMS , the doctors ' Bible of new drugs , certainly takes the medal for the most stomach-churning fascia . |
| 4 | The EC Biotechnology Framework Programme recognises the importance of classical taxonomy to genetic and molecular studies , and it is felt that collaborative research offers the best way forward in combining different the approaches . |
| 5 | This equals the comparative cost and again the lowest figure represents the best value . |
| 6 | The most common type of instrumental argument relies , as a reason for recognizing the validity of consent , on the facts that the agent has the best information to judge whether it is best to create the right or not and that he is sufficiently motivated to act for the best . |
| 7 | Legislation requires the authorities to ensure that industry uses the best available techniques not entailing excessive cost ( BATNEEC ) to abate pollution . |
| 8 | Naturally , the advertising industry reckons the best way to shore up brand loyalty is to spend hugely on even more ads . |
| 9 | The two champions will each collect £2,900 in prize money , whilst a year 's use of a Vauxhall car awaits the best singles performance at the finals . |
| 10 | Arkan owns the best ice-cream parlour in Belgrade , a shopping centre , a savings bank and other businesses . |
| 11 | He spends the day with the shepherd and helps him milk his ewes , and at the end of the day he sees that the shepherd puts the best milk he has in a wooden bowl , which he places on a flat stone some distance away . |
| 12 | On the other hand , NT 's pre-emption matches the best Unix has to offer , typified by AIX 3.2.1 and followed closely by DG/UX . |
| 13 | Used in conjunction with a moisturising conditioner , it will give your lank locks the best of both worlds . |
| 14 | The Magpie Cafe provides the best value fish and chips I have ever eaten ; the staff seem to love children , and bread , butter and tea are automatically provided with every order . |
| 15 | Experts on both sides of the debate believe the parliamentary campaign has the best chance of success since abortion was legalised in 1967 . |
| 16 | This chancellor has the best possible reasons for reviving ‘ the culture of thrift ’ . |
| 17 | Vignemale has the best and most photogenic of the Pyrenean glaciers , on its eastern or left-hand flank , a genuine tongue of ice , reaching downwards . |
| 18 | On the credit side , however , and it can not be denied , in terms of health , physical fitness , and wealth ( pocket-money ) the modern youngster has the best scores . |
| 19 | A flotation session costs the best part of £25 , and they recommend that you have three sessions , to get the benefit . |
| 20 | Every child has a right to the best education and every parent should be confident that their child gets the best start in life . |
| 21 | Money Management lists the best performers over one year , with £1,000 invested , as : MGM International Bond ( phone 0903 204631 ) £1,043 ; Mercury Global Bond ( 071–280 2060 ) £1,037 ; Britannia Life Global Bond ( 041–332 3132 ) £1,036 ; Invesco International Bond ( 071–626 3434 ) £1,035 ; City Financial Beckman International Capital ( 071–407 5966 ) £1,029 ; Gartmore International Fixed Interest ( 071–782 2000 ) £1,029 ; and Guinness Flight Emu Trust ( 071–522 2129 ) £1,027 . |
| 22 | ‘ Because the village deserves the best , and they 're getting it . |
| 23 | This exchange has established some facts about where the snow is likely to be found and which terrain gives the best ski running . |
| 24 | But he thinks , in present circumstances , that a straightforward test provides the best way of clearing the air . |
| 25 | But he thinks , in present circumstances , that a straightforward test provides the best way of clearing the air . |
| 26 | When it comes to motor sport Central South boasts the best in Britain … the world … this coming weekend could see Nigel Mansell and the Williams team from Didcot in Oxfordshire win the formula one championship … while from Banbury comes news of a revolution in rally driving which could take the Prodrive team to the top … |
| 27 | The ancient teaching concentrates the best traditions of the peoples of the East , appealing to unity and peace among the people . |
| 28 | It is at this stage of the hob that the one-man band plays the best music . |
| 29 | You need to convince him that your shop offers the best deal . |
| 30 | ‘ Our team has the best attack in Europe and I would n't be astonished to see us finish among the best , or why not first , in the next World Cup ? ’ |