Example sentences of "but takes [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The good head gains credibility by never pointing the finger at others to explain failure but takes personal responsibility when things do n't go well . |
| 2 | Her husband is having an on-off fling which he does not openly admit , but takes little trouble to disguise |
| 3 | Jessica not only leaves the house unguarded but takes some money as well , saying in line 34 of Act two scene six ‘ Here , catch this casket ’ and then in line 50 ‘ with some more ducats ’ . |
| 4 | He does n't react to the negative but takes positive steps to be successful . |
| 5 | Parsley is hardy and can be sown outdoors in March , but takes several weeks to germinate if sown at that time in cool temperate regions , hence , it has earnt itself the reputation of needing " to go to the Devil seven times and back " before it will sprout . |
| 6 | The capacity to manage risk within available resources usually develops with experience , but takes considerable skill ( Crosbie , 1983 ) . |