Example sentences of "is [adj] [verb] for a [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | We do n't think it is sensible to plan for a recession . |
| 2 | This was immediately prior to the Nicholson ‘ star ’ era ; the wave of which he rode the crest was beginning to build and it is interesting to chronicle for a moment some of the events leading up to his ‘ discovery ’ as a major Hollywood personality — a hero of the age and one who , as we have seen , was much influenced by the existentialist prophecies of Kerouac , which were now , finally , coming home to roost in middle-class America and elsewhere . |
| 3 | For many people attempting to escape from state persecution , it is impossible to apply for a passport to the very authorities who are inflicting the persecution . |
| 4 | It is easy to care for a friend , but what happens when our ‘ friend ’ is not acting friendly ? |
| 5 | In one sense these findings may be seen as an argument for mainstreaming and it is appropriate to pause for a moment to consider this view . |
| 6 | Also Tore-Andre Flo — the young brother of Jostein Flo is supposed to train for a week or two at Sheff Utd ; but this is just a training stay — nothing to do with Sheff Utd offering him a contract or so . |
| 7 | But Britain is likely to press for a deal under which its own industry provides hardware for the satellites . |
| 8 | The lead is unadorned save for an appliqué lead Maltese cross on the breast ; the shell follows the contours of the body , highly defined at the head end , and thus provides an indication of the true size of the occupant . |
| 9 | At Orbec , twenty kilometres from Lisieux , is the Caneton , a restaurant which you know is going to be good as soon as you enter its doors — the smell is so appetizing — but it is small and not exactly unknown , so it is prudent to telephone for a table in advance . |
| 10 | An allowance is made for this , but it is insufficient to pay for a school meal . |
| 11 | In survey conditions it is unreasonable to ask for a ranking of more than ten objects . |
| 12 | And £18.50 is enough to pay for a year 's supply of medicine and special foods for a sick child in San José . |
| 13 | It is best to write for a list or catalogue so that you can place your order in good time . |
| 14 | Sometimes while approximate balancing is carried out it is necessary to provide for a reduction in sensitivity of detection through incorporation of a suitable attenuation network . |
| 15 | Bear in mind , though , that the witness is entitled to ask for a copy of the statement and can show it to any one they choose , including the other side . |