Example sentences of "[prep] the [adj] time [vb base] a " in BNC.
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| 1 | Amanda Mares , the producer , might bear in mind that listeners hearing things for the first time need a second or two to focus . |
| 2 | In the new domains such as foreign policy , the commission will for the first time have a right to propose . |
| 3 | She was finding it increasingly difficult to sit here , in his home , trying to cope with the spectrum of emotions that chased pell-mell through her from one moment to the next , and at the same time evince a polite interest in Richard 's remarks . |
| 4 | This is the idea of a ‘ symptomatic reading ’ of the relevant texts , a reading designed to master the superficial characteristics of Marx 's criticisms of Hegelian idealism and classical economy , and of his own views of political economy and society , and at the same time yield a deeper understanding of his whole project . |
| 5 | Estimators often work against considerable time pressures and look for ways to win jobs and at the same time make a profit . |
| 6 | Those international lawyers , such as Brownlie , who are sceptical about the legality of nuclear weapons use , but who at the same time take a practical view of the law and see it as closely related to what states actually do , are in something of a bind , as they do not hesitate to acknowledge . |
| 7 | If we believe in God yet at the same time presuppose a picture of God which is less than he really is , our faith is bound to suffer . |
| 8 | Marks suggested that after a careful time-and-distance run from the centre of Rotterdam , we would all drop a flare and at the same time fire a red Very light . |
| 9 | In the clinical area , learners develop their practical and social skills , but at the same time develop a full sense of responsibility , especially if given the guidance and support they need to become safe and competent practitioners . |
| 10 | This does not amount to a rejection of Marx but points to an absence in his work and leaves Habermas free to retain a basically Marxist account of the forces of production and at the same time develop a theory of social relations of communicative production . |
| 11 | This course is trying to put science and engineering together , and at the same time tackle a broad field of energy which spreads through industry into the home , into transport , and to see how everything goes together — science , engineering , economics , social and human questions — they all come in . |
| 12 | Even if — and it is a big " if " — an unobjectionable means could be devised by which choice among candidates on party lists could be indicated and also convincingly assessed for the award of seats , the possibility of that choice could not be provided by any practicable modification of the WGMS which would at the same time ensure a high degree of proportionality and be acceptable to British electors and parties . |
| 13 | In order to counter the effects of this drop in trade and profitability , and at the same time ensure a successful and profitable year in 1992 , companies within the hotel and catering industry should now be looking at making savings in time and money , while at the same time improving their service to the customer . |
| 14 | Summer Holiday Courses : This course is designed for younger students who want to improve their German and at the same time enjoy a good holiday . |
| 15 | At the same time remind a seller or buyer of anything you still need ( eg last receipts , or particulars of a seller 's building society whose loan is to be repaid and who can give you particulars of your client 's title ) . |
| 16 | Some micro-organisms began to manufacture their own nourishment and at the same time provide a food-chain base for all other emerging creatures . |
| 17 | These types of system require a greater investment both in cost and technical expertise but at the same time allow a modular approach to construction and greater flexibility in operation when dealing with new diagnostic situations . |
| 18 | ‘ We have to become the low cost producer in all segments and at the same time offer a service second to none , ’ told Courtauld News . |
| 19 | Rosenburg , of course , knew of Modigliani 's work and perhaps Lipchitz felt he could put some work Modigliani 's way and at the same time acquire a beautiful painting that might appreciate . |
| 20 | The task of devising a code which would take all the relevant factors into account and , at the same time achieve a balance between the conflicting interests of legitimate advertising or notification and ‘ amenity ’ presents real problems . |
| 21 | Not only does this offer a fuel cycle that gives energetic charged particles — raising the hope of generating electricity without going through the heat/steam-raising cycle — but also it does away with the fast neutrons that can damage the materials of a fusion reactor and at the same time produce a radiation hazard for workers . |