Example sentences of "or if [pron] [verb] [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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1 | And every proof or dis-proof can be readily evaded , if one questions the truth of its premisses , or the validity of its type of inference , or if one finds new senses in which its terms may be used . |
2 | For if he that cometh preacheth another Jesus , whom we have not preached , or if ye receive another spirit , which ye have not received , or another gospel , which ye have not accepted , ye might well bear with him . |
3 | Indeed , one of the researchers ' most important tasks is to ascertain for my benefit what kind of conversation we 'll be likely to have — whether the guest talks nineteen to the dozen , in which case I 'll need to prepare lots of questions , or if they take ten minutes to say ‘ Good evening ’ — in which case I 'll start praying . |
4 | It asked the troops whether they had ever been linked to a group who aimed to overthrow the authority of the State , or if they had any family members , friends or associates connected with such organisations . |
5 | Similar questions were asked about involvement in narcotics or whether they had any criminal record , or if they had any reason to suspect they could become vulnerable to coercion or blackmail . |
6 | It need not be if the authorities do not acknowledge a responsibility for control of inflation or if they believe that exchange rates ( just like changes in wage rates , or indirect taxes ) do not influence inflation but rather have their effect on relative prices . |
7 | Or if we want this world , we get it . ’ |
8 | When you act for a buyer , always go through the answers you receive to your preliminary enquiries , search and additional enquiries made of the local authority , marking each of these with a tick if it is satisfactory , or with a cross if it is not , or if it requires further elucidation . |
9 | The rule in Adam v Ward offers consolation to victims of attacks made under the " coward 's cloak " of Parliamentary privilege : they may reply in kind , through newspapers which will only be liable for the defamatory content of their reply if it is irrelevant to the subject-matter of the attack , or if it defames other persons who bear no responsibility for the attack . |
10 | In a case like this it is often a matter of assessing quickly ‘ Am I sure that I can reach the field , or if I get more sink will I fail to get there ? ’ |
11 | I lay there with absolutely no idea what I would be doing the following day or if I stood any chance of being selected by the Legion . |
12 | It is important , however , that only one questionnaire is complete for each unit , so if there are other members of the Association working with you , or if you receive another copy via another source , such as BHA 's Voice magazine , please agree amongst yourselves and submit only one questionnaire between you . |
13 | It is not naive to argue that politicians , or if you prefer some politicians , have commitments to ideals . |
14 | This might happen if you give money away to members of your family or if you buy expensive items in order to reduce your savings . |
15 | If you are looking after ageing relatives , or if you have young children , looking after an adult disabled dependant as well can add a heavy burden to an already crowded day . |
16 | There are thought to be risks of developing cancer of the breast or lining of the womb as a result of HRT , and it is not recommended if there is a family history of heart disease , breast or womb cancer , or if you have high blood pressure , blood clotting problems , a heart disorder or gall bladder disease . |
17 | If they do n't act on your request , or if you have any problems , the ASA will investigate your complaints . |
18 | Or if you have any queries , please ring us at Barnsley ( 0226 ) 730495 ) . |
19 | So next time you see something wrong on the road , or in your street or if you have any traffic , roads or lighting enquiries , you know what to do . |
20 | If you have a story or issue you would like to see covered or if you have any enquiries about the programme please write to : |
21 | For the up-to-minute mortgage information or if you have any enquiries about how to buy your home and require general advice , telephone Which Mortgage information service on 071 833 5566 . |
22 | Or if you have three works which are performed live in PRS-licensed premises at least twelve times over the course of two years , you can also become a member of the society . |
23 | If the Minister had bothered to listen to the submissions made to him or if he cared one iota for the industry , he would know that the figures come from the farmers . |
24 | If the former partner has a change in housing costs , or in earnings , or if he has more children , then his maintenance bill will be varied . |
25 | It may be necessary to enquire how far her lust was excited , or if she experienced any enjoyment . |