Example sentences of "but [pron] is [vb pp] [conj] it " in BNC.
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| 1 | Everyone agrees that this means both sides must be heard , but it is disputed whether it also means that both sides must have equal time even though the arguments of one side are more complex or require more witnesses than the other . |
| 2 | This mental health orientation leads to a more pessimistic outlook on patient needs — they not only require treatment , but it is assumed that it must be compulsory — and there is a tendency towards a ‘ presumption of risk ’ — that the presence of mental illness makes the situation inherently risky . |
| 3 | No charging policy has yet been decided , but it is hoped that it would not be priced above the means of researchers and educational establishments . |
| 4 | As eating-time continues , the body sends out more and more satiety signals , but it is estimated that it takes about twenty minutes for a meal to have its full effect in filling our stomachs and sending out all the other physical signals of sufficiency . |
| 5 | At present the crèche operates during term time only but it is envisaged that it will eventually open outside term , subject to demand . |
| 6 | At present the crèche operates during term time only but it is envisaged that it will eventually open outside term , subject to demand . |
| 7 | The scent trail of the ant is released as a liquid ( which evaporates ) on the ground ; but it is known that it is perceived by scent rather than taste . |
| 8 | Schroeder however does appear to equate unreasonableness with oppression but it is suggested that it was not laying down any principle to that effect : it so happened that on the facts in that case unreasonableness and oppression both existed . |