Example sentences of "[vb pp] and it [verb] a [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | If you are sitting in a very large house on your own , which is draining away your resources because it still has mortgage payments to be met and it takes a lot of money to heat and light every year , you must seriously consider cashing in on your assets by moving to a smaller house that eliminates your mortgage and cuts down on running costs , or by taking out an annuity on your house . |
| 2 | It was 35 minutes before the visitors threatened and it took a reflex save from Mark Morris to deny Graham Alexander after a great run and cross by Tony Daws . |
| 3 | A soviet ( or governing council ) representing each of the twelve nahijes ( districts ) within the pashalik was established , but its powers were vaguely defined and it became an instrument which Karadjordje could use or ignore as he felt fit . |
| 4 | These forecasts are an extremely useful tool for management ; sales revenue can be estimated and it provides a means of control by the measurement of actual results against the forecast . |
| 5 | However the main services are covered and it gives an idea of facilities and help available to teachers when undertaking research . |