Example sentences of "[noun pl] [be] set [adv] [prep] [adj] " in BNC.

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1 The New Shed dealt with manufactured goods ( toys , groceries , hardware , etc. ) , the Old Down Shed with bulk traffic ( flour , grain , fresh fruit ) , and two special sheds were set aside for American and French imported goods .
2 Traditionally , these days were set apart for special prayer and fasting .
3 The fame of Aÿ was at its peak , and its wines were set apart from other growths ; as beautifully understated by Paulmier in his treatise De Vino et Pomaceo ( Paris , 1588 ) , Aÿ was ‘ the ordinary drink of kings and princes ’ .
4 The verdicts were set aside on 25 December by means of a law passed on 23 December empowering the President to quash any decision of the Special Court .
5 Twelve Fridays are set aside in each session for the passage of such bills although the Government can give extra time to measures it supports to ensure success .
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