Example sentences of "can [vb infin] [adv] [art] [adj] [noun] " in BNC.

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1 Here the examiner will probably have divided up the possible marks in his mind among the component parts , and an answer to one part , be it ever so brilliant , can earn only the appropriate total for that part .
2 But his following definitions of the value of reading are close to my own convictions : ‘ reading , as we ought to teach it , can make not a good person , but a subtle , questioning one , always with the possibility of corruption yet richer and more enriching . ’
3 Flu is a viral infection which can make even the fittest person feel quite ill .
4 Flu is a viral infection which can make even the fittest person feel quite ill .
5 We still need to make sure that there will be a goodly number participating so if there is any way you can make up a last minute table do n't hesitate to contact either Cecilia or Hilda .
6 Okay , let's have a break er if you can come back reasonably quickly er we can make up a few seconds .
7 There is , however , no clear one-to-one relationship between discourse type and sender and receiver , and for many words denoting discourse type ( song , for example , or article ) we can make only the vaguest connections .
8 It 's not actually useless , but as you can knock up an equivalent device with a ruler , bulldog clip and blob of Blu-Tack , it deserves a mention .
9 In this new lab of his he can knock together a human being out of the unlikeliest odds and ends .
10 For instance , you can knock out a Quick Report simply by filling in the blanks on what looks like the normal data entry form .
11 By criticizing the Conservative Party mid-term the right-wing press can build up a certain degree of credibility with its readers which it can then use to maximum effect by suspending criticism of the Conservative Party and increasing its attacks on Labour as the election approaches .
12 This kind of exercise can build up a certain caution in approaching a document , and a realisation that not everything is to be taken at face value .
13 We always look for a local engineering partner , with whom we can build up a strong working relationship , to provide knowledge of local practices and statutory requirements .
14 Working on board can build up a hearty appetite and catering for the 180 crew on board Balder has been managed by P&O Catering .
15 From the complex reflections it receives , the dolphin can build up a detailed picture of the scene .
16 okay it 'll be that so you can eventually you can build up a few tricks that 'll help you sort out a lot of the spelling .
17 You , you really want something that , with the younger people you can build up a proper relationship
18 It is just a matter of how you can build up the Kuwaiti nationality to go along with the growing community in the country and we were just a developing country .
19 Vitamin E : research shows that it interrupts the free radical chain of destruction and so can slow down the ageing process .
20 If he/she confidently can explain how a certain style will enhance your best features , then listen .
21 ONE can explain satisfactorily the uncorroded condition of Holland 1 , the Royal Navy 's first submarine , after 70 years at the bottom of the English Channel .
22 Organizations can absorb only a small number of people with these work goals .
23 Tasmin is something of a vocal find , her strong , pure tones can imbue even the limpest tune with pathos .
24 But the early morning milkround means he can cover over a hundred miles a week in training … which makes the actual competition more bearable .
25 Using the bike and the pick-up stick I find that I can cover quite a large area of ground and take some very good exercise at the same time . ’
26 There is usually a square grid of lines on the backing , which makes it easy to cut it in straight lines , and a small roll can cover quite a few items .
27 The change of context can influence only an excitatory association and thus the result of Fig. 4.6 , a loss of the CR , can be expected .
28 True to their forbear , the Renoirs make colour and the moods it can convey almost the leading character in the film .
29 An approach to the material world — research — can yield both a theoretical alternative and a concrete rebuttal .
30 And you can line up a special treat to celebrate when the battle is won — using the money that has been saved on a holiday or to buy yourself something special .
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