Example sentences of "we could [vb infin] [prep] a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | We could improve on a little bit was er , the time spent on incoming calls and queries which is hard to get away from . |
| 2 | I think everyone felt it was stodgy ; it was not a dynamic springboard from which we could leap into a new era of effective education . |
| 3 | ‘ I always knew we could score from a set piece , but what I did not expect was to concede two from set-pieces , ’ reflected manager Nigel Best . |
| 4 | If we had superhuman reactions then perhaps we could manage with a rigid pole , for we would then be fast enough to ease off when the fish made a sudden plunge . |
| 5 | We could stay in a nice hotel . ’ |
| 6 | Now , er if we could come on a little bit , erm , tt when was it that you became sort of officially politically active , when you actually joined er joined the party ? |
| 7 | I was hoping we could get through a certain amount of work . ’ |
| 8 | Thirdly — we are planning a separate programme for the children so that you ( Mum ) will be free to enjoy the lively classes to be given by Margaret Charlwood and Chris Markham — one class will be with scarves — so please bring a large silky/rayon/polyester square with you and although not compulsory if we could keep to a blue theme for leotards it would make a lovely contrast with the scarves . |
| 9 | We could take in a huge dose of it and it would n't harm us one tiny little bit . |