Example sentences of "[pers pn] [vb mod] set an " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ You could set an example , at least . |
| 2 | We thought we 'd set an example . |
| 3 | We can set an example . |
| 4 | They should set an example by observing rules and regulations , using protective equipment , etc . |
| 5 | When Alistair Wright became human resource director at Digital Equipment Co six years ago , he vowed he would set an example to the rest of the organisation by passing authority down the line and totally empowering his staff . |
| 6 | A proposal to allow professors to retire on full pension at 63 instead of 65 has met with little support from state finance ministers because of its cost , and also because it would set an expensive precedent for all other civil servants . |