Example sentences of "on [det] a [adj] [noun sg] [pron] " in BNC.

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1 This is done by taking the distribution of scores for children in the standardisation sample of a given age , and imposing on this a numerical scale which has clearly defined characteristics .
2 On such a philosophical basis there is no room for a ‘ scientific ’ sociology , as distinct from a revealed social theology , unless it is one based on strict scientific verification .
3 Nevertheless , on such a good day we decided to visit Ingólfshöfdi .
4 ‘ We 're on such a good deal it 's a joke , ’ David told me .
5 On such a large piece it was possible to achieve the facial features and details of the clothing by gentle removal of material by holding the grinder and cutter to the work at many different angles carefully and in a safe manner .
6 When acting on such a double transaction it 's more efficient , and saves time and confusion , to keep two separate files , one for the sale and one for the purchase — never keep both on the same file .
7 On such a beautiful day it seems sad to sit in the dank , scruffy room .
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