Example sentences of "[noun sg] is set up [prep] a " in BNC.

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1 If the cell is set up at an appropriate angle to the incoming light , then when the amplitude of the standing wave is zero the cell transmits the light in the usual way ; when the amplitude is at its maximum the light is deflected at angle equal to twice the incident angle ( Figure 2 ) .
2 With no back-up flap system the aeroplane is set up for a slightly flatter flapless approach at 130 knots .
3 The tendency for L to find its own maximum value leads to interesting developments if the initial density distribution is set up in a way that makes it initially larger than this maximum .
4 Clearly if we tried to apply a legal definition of ownership the asset belongs to Fred , however , unless the business is set up as a company in most countries the law does not recognize the separation of the business assets from those of the owner .
5 As an example , we look at the case in which an initially isothermal column of liquid is set up with a stable salt gradient in it ; the base of the column is then heated .
6 First , the number is set up in a shift register and when the system is ready , it is clocked repeatedly .
7 The Compass System is set up on a pivot enclosed in a liquid filled ( kerosene ) chamber .
8 His portable laboratory is set up in a small tent which is unbearably hot , and could well do without the added heat from his bunsen burner .
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