Example sentences of "[prep] which [pron] [modal v] [vb infin] [pron] " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ You have to remember , ’ Ellen liked to lecture Thessy and me , ‘ just how absurdly wealthy they all are , and how desperately the wealthy want to be liked because they ca n't help feeling guilty about being so rich , so we only have to be obsequious , give them loads of booze , and pretend to be impressed by their entirely predictable and usually jejune opinions , after which they 'll reward us with an outrageously large tip — which is , after all , the sole reason for being nice to the ghastly creatures in the first place . ’ |
| 2 | Once again the period of hypnosis itself will take only about twenty minutes , after which we will decide what the best form of homework would be in the particular circumstances . |
| 3 | The green will eventually go brown or black , after which you can wash it away with a high pressure hose . |
| 4 | I grew a little apprehensive when she informed me that I would see witches and some ugly things , after which I would see my grandfather and other long-dead relatives . |
| 5 | To quote Bertrand Russell , every language has a structure about which one can say nothing in that language . |
| 6 | You are bound to have many questions you would like to ask , as well as certain anxieties about which you would like your mind set at rest . |
| 7 | It was , I felt sure , something about which she would have something to say . |
| 8 | On telemarketing , the code insists that companies must ring up prospective clients at reasonable hours , do not use high pressure sales tactics and allow prospective purchasers a ‘ cooling off ’ period during which they can change their minds . |
| 9 | Bearing in mind that the elderly often most enjoy visits that are on a one-to-one basis , during which they can ventilate their anxieties and have the undivided attention of a sympathetic listener , it is not always a good idea to arrive with several young children in tow , if they can be happily parked elsewhere . |
| 10 | Under the Law Society 's Scheme , representatives who are not accredited will have a period of six months during which they can develop their skills by being paid for work on less serious cases . |
| 11 | Thus even for the privileged few the length of time during which they can enjoy their peak earnings is being restricted . |
| 12 | His ‘ Exclusively Yours ’ counter at Harrods offers an hour 's consultation , during which he 'll create your personal fragrance formula . |
| 13 | ‘ The boy has viral meningitis and will be out for at least two months , during which he will do nothing else but rest . |
| 14 | There was a momentary silence during which she could imagine him rallying for another attack . |
| 15 | It 's a marvellous profession through which we can help our fellow citizens , an enriching one which , like medicine , saves lives … |
| 16 | Human beings chose the imagery through which they would capture their understanding of God . |
| 17 | But it is also true that journalists and editors know full well that public relations is an important source of information for their work and often can be the instrument through which they may obtain their story . |
| 18 | Within Christianity , people have sought out symbols through which they could formulate their faith , such as the doctrine of the trinity . |
| 19 | Counselling seeks to present troubled individuals with a ‘ mirror ’ through which they can assess their social performance , and the reasons which lie behind its success or failure , its quality or lack of quality . |
| 20 | When the DUP began , the only formal channel through which it could pursue its politics was Stormont and Paisley and Beattie were outnumbered in a very short-lived parliament . |
| 21 | Most of the Independent museums have a Trust or Society through which you can offer your help . |
| 22 | A computer terminal , these days usually a Visual Display Unit , can be compared with a window through which you can scan your data or information . |
| 23 | ( 4 ) Ensure the activities provide learning experiences for pupils through which you can assess their attainment of each attainment target or one in particular . |
| 24 | ‘ I 'm pleased with the commercials I 've made , but I consider my photographs to be the medium through which I can express myself , ’ he says . |
| 25 | By their very nature they would foul up whatever you accomplished , for which they 'd blame you . |
| 26 | There were ripples of self-satisfied laughter , as if to have such a mad dream was something for which they could congratulate themselves . |
| 27 | There is so much to tell you but I will try and share some of the things for which I would appreciate your prayers . |
| 28 | an Amstrad , f for which I can give you my letterhead and formatting and you can then write letters for me . |
| 29 | Things did n't quite go to plan — which has proved annoying for you , and you 're now asking for a second service ; for which you 'll pay me . ’ |
| 30 | Alternatively , you may be able to put a short note in the next ‘ Contact ’ for which you may include my address , if required . |