Example sentences of "[noun pl] [conj] are [v-ing] on the " in BNC.

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1 Most experts think normal cells probably have to undergo several mutations in order to become cancerous ; and it is generally suspected that the mouse cells — a laboratory line known as NIH 3T3 cells — have already undergone numerous mutations and are hovering on the brink of becoming cancerous .
2 And there are also 20 huge panels that are going on the sides of the buses , that kids have also painted .
3 Well , erm perhaps extending that , it 's not just the policeman but it 's the law and the law enforcement agencies that are sitting on the lid of violence here .
4 Most importantly the heads can contain terms that are binding on the vendor and purchaser .
5 It is a package with measures to promote investment and provide capital allowances similar to those that industry and commerce are begging for — pleas that are falling on the deaf ears of the Chancellor .
6 England reckon the pitch will fail to assist the seamers and are banking on the spinners to produce victory — without leg-spinner Ian Salisbury , who loses his place to John Emburey .
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