Example sentences of "was [adv] [vb pp] that [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The law was welcomed by leading Soviet journalists , but it was widely assessed that true press freedom would only be achieved when state control of paper production and of distribution and ownership of print works was ended . |
| 2 | It was widely believed that inexperienced magistrates were taken in by false evidence and relied too heavily on interpreters and clerks . |
| 3 | It was widely believed that 78-year-old President Kim Il Sung — around whom an extraordinary personality cult had been created — desired that his son should succeed him , but that the younger Kim lacked sufficient authority within either the ruling party or the army to be sure of a smooth succession . |
| 4 | It was widely reported that armed police had besieged the state-owned Jerada colliery , which had been occupied for 10 days in late December 1988-early January 1989 by 400 miners . |
| 5 | On Nov. 7 it was widely reported that Nigerian Alpha jets had bombed NPFL positions in the Monrovia suburbs of Gardnersville , Mount Barclay and Stockton Creek the previous day , and had also attacked areas close to the rebel headquarters at Gbarnga , 160 km north of Monrovia on Nov. 5 . |
| 6 | He wanted runners in his pack , so Neath — Waldron 's club , as his antagonists accusingly pointed out — came into vogue even though the evidence was swiftly adduced that outstanding club players do not necessarily make adequate internationals . |
| 7 | But however modest the proposed immediate reform might be , it was rightly seen that large issues of principle were raised by the direction in which society and the political system were moving . |
| 8 | The animal tested was an Asian elephant , but it was soon confirmed that African elephants produce infrasound as well . |
| 9 | There was considerable discussion upon the interpretation of the term " use of force " It was finally agreed that local commanders appeared to be using their discretion in a satisfactory manner … and that it was unwise to makes any further interpretation . " |
| 10 | It was finally agreed that local commanders appeared to be using their discretion in a satisfactory manner as to the means used to persuade Jugoslavs that they should return to Jugoslavia , and that it was unwise to make any further interpretation . " |
| 11 | On his arrival in Russia on Nov. 24 , it was formally announced that Russian President Boris Yeltsin would visit China on Dec. 17-19 . |
| 12 | It was always assumed that Urban Programme funding would represent only a proportion of total expenditure in the Partnerships — most would come through a diversion of mainstream budgets to the benefit of the older urban cores . |
| 13 | It was always intended that single men would have their pension rights protected while at home looking after children or dependent relatives , but it was not until the regulations were published in January 1978 that it was clear that married men would be included . |
| 14 | The battle for respectability led to better cinemas but it was always conceded that real victory would only come through the production of better films . |
| 15 | Indeed it was still argued that determined efforts should be made towards monetary union so that eventually a common currency could be issued by a European central bank . |
| 16 | It was further argued that Australian citizens , like British citizens , can not bring claims against their government for violation of Australia 's international obligations . |
| 17 | It was further recognised that project-related work in the library also brought benefits in terms of teacher/pupil interaction and support : you have the opportunity to get closer to them as well … to help them better because you can go round small groups and talk at length while others are getting on with something that you know they are interested in . |
| 18 | When the first group homes of four or six former patients were established , it was quickly realized that old friendships and mutual dependencies could be a powerful influence on the successful functioning of the group . |
| 19 | In order to increase it 's market share and to build exciting long term business prospects it was quickly realised that Noble Metals would have to provide more value to it 's customers that their competitors . |
| 20 | It was quickly recognised that effective learning could most easily take place when opportunities were created frequently throughout each day , in a relaxed familiar setting and with a trusted companion . |
| 21 | It was later announced that General Oufkir had committed suicide by shooting himself in the head — three times . |
| 22 | It was also said that good motivation alone was not enough for the unemployed as training was necessary , however determined a person was to obtain employment . |
| 23 | However , it was also realised that existing service provision did not always meet clients ' needs . |
| 24 | It was also decided that political parties set up in the future should only be granted " observer " status . |
| 25 | It was also decided that joint stock companies would be permitted and that foreign-owned ventures would be allowed to operate on the same terms as domestically owned firms . |
| 26 | It was also hoped that bureaucratic impartiality would reduce discrimination further . |
| 27 | It was also noticed that human societies changed , became more complex , and that their institutions increasingly differentiated from one another . |
| 28 | Shortly before polling it was also revealed that senior city officials had met in Pusan , on Dec. 11 , to discuss ways of clandestinely supporting Kim Young Sam . |
| 29 | It was also noted that central training units in particular , can be defined as offering ‘ internal ’ , ‘ external ’ , or ‘ co-operative ’ training , according to the prevailing local relationship , ( some library departments are ‘ charged ’ for centrally run courses ) . |
| 30 | It was also noted that interventionist action could include leafleting in the area , talks to local groups and the preparation of kits and materials as well as the organisation of pressure groups and similar activities . |