Example sentences of "is [vb pp] [conj] a [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Because it is calculated that a retained crew might take four minutes to get to the station the computer calculated other stations could respond quicker . |
| 2 | At one time only a few selected diseases were thought to have links with the sufferer 's state of mind , but now it is recognized that a whole range — from cancer to heart attack — may be brought on by worry and strain . |
| 3 | Although it is recognised that performance review must be tailored to local circumstances , generalisations can be made and it is intended that a good practice guide be drawn up based on experience to date . |
| 4 | It is intended that a full scale study of Scottish agriculture will follow this pilot project . |
| 5 | Need it be a matter of wonder , when we see her capable of such restraint in general , that she should retire within herself and exercise that control we find her continually exerting over all her thoughts and actions the more energetically at a time when she is taught that a stray thought of desire would be impurity and its fruition pollution . |
| 6 | A star is formed when a large amount of gas ( mostly hydrogen ) starts to collapse in on itself due to its gravitational attraction . |
| 7 | Later the same term was used to denote the geometrical figure that is formed when a smaller square is cut out of a larger square with two of its adjacent sides lying along two adjacent sides of the latter . |
| 8 | White never used to be a predominant Goshiki colour , but now it is realised that a snow-white base admirably sets off the other shades . |
| 9 | In the courts political questions may come before the judges because the matter is already in public controversy , like race or industrial relations ; or because it is claimed that a public authority has exceeded its powers ; or because the matter concerns the activities of the police ; or because the matter impinges on the individual rights of citizens , affecting their freedom or their property . |
| 10 | Over a period of twenty years it is claimed that a fast reactor could breed enough additional plutonium to fuel another similar power station . |
| 11 | If if it is considered that a new settlement is required to meet the housing provision in Greater York , then the first question that has to be asked is , is the criteria approach alone acceptable . |
| 12 | At the end of each month the top figure is removed and the new month 's figure is added and a new average is calculated . |
| 13 | Certain common variables are being developed , and it is expected that a joint publication reviewing pay since 1970 will be produced , as well as a series of publications relating to the various dimensions separately . |
| 14 | All other Lead Bodies are also progressing well with the development of standards and it is expected that a wide range of new qualifications will be available within the next year or so . |
| 15 | It is expected that a technical report will be released by the EC next week . |
| 16 | Developments in Scotland are also being followed keenly south of the Border , where it is expected that a Scottish Lord Chancellor will introduce family legislation for England and Wales which will follow the example set by his countrymen . |
| 17 | Now , it would appear from this article , that this ideal is shattered and a two-tiered Europe is on the cards . |
| 18 | Great care is required during fumigation and it is recommended that a suitable respirator is worn . |
| 19 | Where possible , it is recommended that a complex SPR is split up into a number of smaller SPRs , each addressing a single point . |
| 20 | It is recommended that a complex SSR is split into a number of smaller SSRs , each addressing a single point so that all the details may be retained by LIFESPAN . |
| 21 | Newly qualified nurses are expected to receive an orientation and induction programme appropriate to their appointments , followed by a consolidation period for a minimum period of three months , when it is recommended that a few hours each week be set aside for learning periods either with other newly qualified staff or as self-directed learning . |
| 22 | A three-stage test or approach is recommended when a wasted costs order is contemplated . |
| 23 | A marine or yacht varnish is recommended when a clear film is required that will not obliterate or mask the natural grain configuration of the wood . |
| 24 | Whenever a new entry is created a row is inserted in this table and whenever an entry is discarded the appropriate row is deleted and a new row inserted in the Redundant Lemma table . |
| 25 | A joint tenancy is severed if a joint tenant disposes of his interest inter vivos . |
| 26 | The six Church leaders warned : ‘ Unless the dispute is resolved and a proper service is resumed as soon as possible , we believe that people 's lives will increasingly be put at risk . ’ |
| 27 | It is said that a Dark Elf assassin emerged from his hiding place beneath the piles of bones and struck Tethlis down with a poisoned blade . |
| 28 | It is said that a British ornithologist asked his aborigine guide what the birds were and the guide said , in aboriginese , ‘ good food ’ : I suppose we 're lucky he did n't say ‘ birds , you dickhead ’ . |
| 29 | Thus it is said that a particular decision was taken by Sir Bryan Carsberg rather than by Oftel . |
| 30 | Even if it is accepted that a substantial proportion of any given unemployment rate is Keynesian in origin , Euro-pessimists fear that any expansion of demand to reduce such unemployment will hit up against supply-side constraints . |