Example sentences of "[noun pl] is [vb pp] [conj] a [noun] " in BNC.

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1 In this way the conflict of interest between the classes is disguised and a degree of social stability produced , but the basic contradictions and conflicts of class societies remain unresolved .
2 If an order requiring taxation of costs is made and a bill is not lodged for taxation within three months or such further time as the court may allow , the right to costs is forfeited ( r 7.35 ) .
3 Then a list of possible new schemes dear to committee members ' hearts is added and a list of possible economies and cuts , 1 per cent , 5 per cent or 10 per cent in total .
4 The theory is that the range of decisions open to managers and administrative agencies is limited because a set of criteria derived from their expert background and training governs their decisions .
5 This is the first occasion on which a Roman horde in Britain has been correctly excavated and much new information about the burial of such treasures is expected as a result .
6 In a study of consumer preferences for brands of tea , a random sample of telephone numbers is selected and a telephone enquiry made as to the brand in current use at each address .
7 A wide range of skills is needed and a lot comes down to the the individual 's character
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