Example sentences of "recent [noun] but [pers pn] " in BNC.
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1 | Mr Botham explained his reasoning , saying : ‘ Farmers have enjoyed exaggerated returns in recent months but they should remember that we as a country have to import many of our basic raw materials and as the pound has fallen costs have risen on a pro rata basis . ’ |
2 | They have both been playing so well for us in recent weeks but we will have to reorganise and cope without them . ’ |
3 | Brady , now Creaney 's boss at Celtic , has watched Cologne twice in recent weeks but he wo n't start talking about his plans until tomorrow . |
4 | It was considered by Nether Wyresdale Parish Council at their recent meeting but they decided not to go ahead and place an order because the prices were far too expensive . |
5 | Many fishermen have done well in recent years but they now face great pressure on the fish stocks . |
6 | ‘ We have battled well in recent games but I was heartened by some of our football in the midweek win over Grimsby Town . |