Example sentences of "item [det] as [noun pl] " in BNC.
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| 1 | If you have any unwanted items such as bikes , prams or push-along toys , call the Women 's Advice Line on . |
| 2 | Both 3D and MORRANTS have comprehensive catalogues available , including items such as nets ( and cages ) , mobile nets and the revolutionary grass-germination sheet , as well as slip-catching cradles and line-marking machines . |
| 3 | It has also decided to expense items such as sleeves , labels and packaging ; these were previously included in stocks . |
| 4 | These are alphabetically arranged sample collections of small items such as padlocks or door handles , exemplifying craftsmanship in a wide range of materials . |
| 5 | It specialises in spot-welding and fixed-sequence robots , but will soon market arc-welding machines and robots that can pick up items such as lumps of metal . |
| 6 | Items such as pens and mugs will also be available for sale in due course . |
| 7 | Smaller and less costly items such as pens , beauty products and food are much more obvious candidates for a more general distribution . |
| 8 | The timing depends on the nature of the goods being advertised , eg seasonal items such as clothes will require a different time-scale from food items , where advertisements may change monthly or even weekly . |
| 9 | They are used to produce everyday items such as clothes , paint , carpets , food packaging , disinfectants , life-giving medicines … the list is endless . |
| 10 | Similar kinds of costs are inflicted by other electricity-guzzling household items such as stoves , fridges , washing machines , hot-water systems and air conditioners . |
| 11 | At the turn of the century , most car parts were built individually and items such as pistons and con-rods were fitted together with files and emery cloth . |
| 12 | Seriously though the best thing is not to put temptation in front of people and not leave expensive items such as cameras and tools in the vehicle . |
| 13 | Some people may find they need more complicated items such as hoists or units that fit into the bath to raise and lower the bather using air or water pressure . |
| 14 | Careful attention should be paid to claims for items such as suitcases which are damaged in transit . |
| 15 | These experts have considerable experience and knowledge regarding market conditions and methodologies for commercial valuations , tax valuations , disputes and valuations of items such as brands . |
| 16 | Other automated items such as baskets and shake alarms ( signalling the moment during cooking when it is necessary to shake the basket so as to ensure even cooking throughout ) are already available as an option on many machines , while some units will even tell you when to change the oil ! |
| 17 | The nuns and my mother , though schooling me well in the use of items such as forks , napkins , gloves , had omitted instructions on the manipulation of lips , arms , legs , cunt . |
| 18 | The suitability of the premises , the need for improved access or relocation of equipment and the provision of items such as ramps , carpeting or acoustic tiles where appropriate are all matters which should concern governors if they are to ‘ use their best endeavours ’ to ensure that special needs are met — the duty which is binding on the governors of every school . |
| 19 | I pause here to point out that items such as dressings are available on prescription . |
| 20 | Hire gear does not normally include personal items such as watches or masks . |
| 21 | Section 75 of the 1983 Act prohibits expenditure ‘ with a view to promoting or procuring the election of a candidate at an election ’ on items such as meetings , circulars or other promotional activities by any person other than the candidate or his agent . |
| 22 | Non-pay items such as drugs and equipment have been running above 7 per cent as inflation generally has risen . |
| 23 | Sometimes , the estate agent 's particulars are not very explicit about what is included and what is not , and in any event , sellers may change their minds , or may throw in certain items such as carpets and curtains in the course of the negotiations to settle a price . |
| 24 | The first totally synthetic plastic , it was successful due to the fact that it hardens on heating and can therefore be used for items such as hairdryers and heaters . |
| 25 | Falling into this category are such items as farm buildings ( including farmsteads ) , replacement items such as fences , and machinery/equipment purchases . |
| 26 | Items such as sweets and toys are often displayed at a low level — so that children will see them and either ask for them or buy them . |
| 27 | Tenants are required to purchase all liquor , soft drinks and bar items such as crisps and tobacco from Palatine , though at a discount , and they are expected to make their living from the profits after deduction of rent ( paid to Palatine ) , wages , rates , lighting and heating , etc . |
| 28 | Most major record companies have experimented with selling other music-related items such as T-shirts , posters , calendars and books . |
| 29 | Because of their superior strength and durability , iron and ultimately steel ( the alloy with carbon ) largely replaced copper-based alloys as the preferred materials for the manufacture of many functional items such as tools and weapons . |
| 30 | The protective aspect of packaging is vital in respect of items such as foodstuffs , dangerous liquids and delicate pieces of machinery . |