Example sentences of "are [to-vb] [pron] [noun pl] [prep] the " in BNC.
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| 1 | Will the Prime Minister now tell us whether he accepts that , in addition to the massive number of homes repossessed last year , a further 80,000 families are to lose their homes in the current year ? |
| 2 | Two hundred and ninety people are to lose their jobs with the closure of one of the country 's leading leather manufacturers . |
| 3 | My answer to this criticism was that teachers of English are virtually unanimous in their enthusiasm for literature , but need persuasion if they are to accept our recommendations for the teaching of grammar , Standard English and knowledge about language . |
| 4 | The trend towards milder winters is beginning to concern horticulturists. many trees need lengthy cold spells if they are to open their buds at the right time in spring , and research on the Continent confirms that apple trees will be confused by the changing climate . |
| 5 | And Cardiff coaching organiser Alex Evans knows his side must win if they are to justify their claims to the All-Whites ' throne . |
| 6 | Was a polite Behaviour joined to that honest Sincerity and social Disposition which is remarkable in the English Sailors , I think they would not only be the most useful Men in the Island , but by much the most agreeable Companions : For this Reason , I would recommend it to Parents who are to breed their Sons to the Sea , to give them an early Taste of Letters , especially the European Tongue , which will be of great Service to their Business as well as polish their Manners " . |
| 7 | Much also hinges on how willing the police are to push their powers to the limit . |