Example sentences of "[noun sg] [to-vb] [pers pn] [adj] [adj] [noun] " in BNC.

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1 We must not only abide by a precise form , but also build up the right waves of emotion to give it full human significance .
2 There is a strong determination to put it right this time and not to let things slip .
3 To start the engine was a knack , and the choke once pulled out needed a matchbox slid in place to stop it sliding straight back in .
4 Dorothy tossed her head to clear her long black hair from her eyes , and grinned elfishly at Isobel .
5 She had taken him out into the garden to show him various easy spring tasks that must be done , and for which she would pay him , and he had refused .
6 Seven chains have set up Today 's Central Buying Company to give them similar bulk-buying muscle as Sainsbury and Tesco .
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