Example sentences of "'s [noun] and [adv] a [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The team uncovered a diary belonging to Hitler 's valet and later a will which was authenticated as signed by Hitler . |
| 2 | Gilbert tried to scream , but his mouth was clamped shut by Rohmer 's grip and only a ululating , muffled howl vibrated from his throat . |
| 3 | He studied her a moment , remembering what her cousin , Yin Wu Tsai had said : that she had been born with a woman 's body and yet a man 's soul . |
| 4 | In spite of it being claimed that Sunday was the Lord 's day and therefore a day of rest , all in all it was one of the most tiring days of the week . |
| 5 | This would not only reduce its political significance but it would allow for yearly increases ( though broadcasters have been quick to point out that the general rate of inflation is below the industry 's rate and so an increase would still leave a shortfall which can only be made up by savings ) . |
| 6 | In Manchester , there was open speculation that Bobby Charlton , probably the most famous player in United 's history and also a director , was being lined up to take over the chairmanship after a Midani bid . |
| 7 | This symbolises the end of Blanche 's pretentions and also an end to her unrealistic world : |
| 8 | In 1969 , nearly one third of Spain 's freight and almost a quarter of Britain 's still went by rail . |
| 9 | There was cheese , pickled onions , corned beef , cottage loaves , pig 's pudding and even a gallon jug of ale . |
| 10 | Sebastian de Ferranti , Basil 's brother and now a director of Ferranti 's competitor GEC , is a trustee of the interests but it is not clear whether he shares these views . |