Example sentences of "if [ex0] [adv] [be] a [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Until we do that , we do n't even know if there really is a problem . |
| 2 | This is obviously restricting the options available to WCC applicants , but not seriously ( i ) if there really is a demand for a Theology and Development course , and ( ii ) in view of the 92 other WCC scholarships in Britain . |
| 3 | If there really was a conspiracy against Gloucester , his subsequent actions can be seen as a matter of self-defence , culminating in his seizure of the throne as the only way of achieving long-term security from Woodville recriminations . |
| 4 | If there really was a conspiracy against Gloucester , his subsequent actions can be seen as a matter of self-defence , culminating in his seizure of the throne as the only way of achieving long-term security from Woodville recriminations . |
| 5 | But at the same time , she felt a faint chill ; if there really was a flood , a basement like this was n't the best place to be . |
| 6 | But there again if there ever was a strike or that you 've a wee bit protection . |
| 7 | IF THERE ever was a man for all seasons it is the redoubtable John Jackson , whose posts include a board seat at electronics group Philips and the vice chairmanship of Ladbroke . |
| 8 | If there ever was a body , Henry Hippisley took the secret to his grave — oblivious of the rumour and revilement that surrounded him in his final years — and fortunately for him , died of natural causes . |
| 9 | Looking back I realise that , if there ever was a moment when I might have quit , admitted defeat and abandoned the Cathedral to throw myself on the mercy of school , home or child guidance clinic , this was that moment . |