Example sentences of "[was/were] [adj] [to-vb] that [adj] [noun pl] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Western powers were wrong to believe that tsarist troops in Poland were aimed at the heart of Europe , for they were needed where they were . |
| 2 | The new arrangements were supposed to ensure that true fans got a fair chance , but a Sunderland Supporters Association spokeswoman said yesterday that was not the case . |
| 3 | Whilst , as noted earlier , the SEA provides for harmonization measures to be dealt with on a majority voting basis , the British were able to insist that fiscal matters should be excluded from that rule . |
| 4 | In a preliminary set of experiments we were able to see that these antibodies are specific to each protein . |
| 5 | Siple , Fischer and Bellugi ( 1977 ) were able to demonstrate that semantic aspects of ASL signs are stored ( for recognition purposes ) similarly to lexical items in the English language . |
| 6 | Blanche was right to insist that these leads were followed up but it did not look as if they were going to take them anywhere . |
| 7 | Both Mr Hyslop and Mr Guest said Mr Newbegin was wrong to suggest that 15-year-old models were uneconomical . |
| 8 | And he was delighted to find that these forerunners of pop journalism had used the same skills as those on which he prided himself to stamp events into the nation 's consciousness . |
| 9 | It was gratifying to hear that these firms find the certified route suits their training needs . |
| 10 | The couple celebrated with a glass of champagne in the local pub … and Reg was able to reflect that all things come to those who wait . |
| 11 | He had made enquiry in Cornwall to ascertain what dues were typical in that county and from the information he had gleaned he was able to show that Consolidated Mines paid one-twentyfourth ; Tresavean and South Roskear one-twentieth ; and North Roskear to two different Mineral Lords — one-twentieth and one-fifteenth . |
| 12 | Taking this further Wenger ( 1984 ) was able to show that supportive networks were needed by both sides in the caring relationship ; this could be not only the slightly more distant family who by writing , telephoning , and occasional visits kept contact , but also a circle of friends for the carer 's own support . |
| 13 | He was pleased to find that both girls shared his taste in music , although they also liked sentimental ballads and dance music . |
| 14 | It was safer to believe that all women were opportunists and all friends traitors . |
| 15 | Mrs Porter said it was difficult to say that local authorities should help Victim Support , but added : ‘ It would be nice if we could be considered because of our vital service . ’ |
| 16 | It was difficult to believe that these birds had been harvested for food on Mykines for generations , or to argue against the Faroese claim that the strict regulations which apply to the fowling are designed to ensure that the population numbers are not adversely affected . |
| 17 | Indeed , I was slow to discover that other men had had this experience , for it had been possible to read books and to associate with men on other grounds … |
| 18 | It was pleasing to note that many recommendations made by our Agriculture Working Party were taken up in the scheme . |