Example sentences of "[be] too expensive [to-vb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Obviously something like a car could only be considered a bribe ; on the other hand a vacuum cleaner , say , may be too expensive to give away in bulk but could certainly be offered for comparative testing . |
| 2 | Scientists at the UKAEA have decided that it would be too expensive to reprocess these ‘ intermediate ’ wastes to make them safer before dumping . |
| 3 | If you have inherited patio doors from the previous owner and it would be too expensive to replace them , you might consider having a sliding grille fitted behind the doors , which can be pulled across and locked when you are out . |
| 4 | The Italian manufacturer seems to be happy with the arrangement because , being a medium-sized manufacturer , it is considered that it would be too expensive to set up their own distribution facilities in the United Kingdom , and Argent Distributors seem to have performed a reasonable selling job on their behalf . |
| 5 | ‘ If you keep asking for things you 'll be too expensive to keep — we 'll all just starve to death or you 'll have to be sent away to a Home where they 'll lock you up . |