Example sentences of "[vb -s] on the [adj] [noun] [prep] " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ Scalpel ! ’ , then , takes on the indexical value in this context of ‘ Pass me that particular scalpel ’ . |
| 2 | However , by delegating authority to subordinates , the superior takes on the extra tasks of calling the subordinates to account for their decisions and performance , and also of coordinating the efforts of different subordinates . |
| 3 | The famous Chapter 5 of the first book , which deals with the transformation of labour from a stage where it is a ‘ part of life ’ to a stage under capitalism when it takes on the imaginary form of a thing separate from the labourer , when it can be bought and sold , is worked out in Formen , in the discussion of tribal , oriental , and ancient societies which it contains . |
| 4 | Operations support superintendent Barry Edwards takes on the added responsibility for those functions which were previously carried out by production branch . |
| 5 | The instruments are logically placed , with flight instruments in front of you , warning lights above , radios and navigation aids in the centre , switches on the central console between the pilot and the passenger , and the engine instrumentation on the right of the panel . |
| 6 | The active part is played by a public corporation , the National Coal Board , which carries on the vast bulk of the exploitation itself whilst licensing a minute amount of private enterprise by others . |
| 7 | The decision is a boost for Warwick Rimmer , who brings on the young players at Tranmere , reserve coach Ray Matthias and manager John King who has often been forced to play senior players coming back from injury against youth teams . |