Example sentences of "[vb pp] but [verb] [det] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Many floor paints can be used to smarten up wood , lino , or concrete floors ; they are ideal for areas that can not be carpeted but need some decoration . |
| 2 | Just as Crookes ' experiments on cathode rays not merely revealed but solved some mysteries , so science would gain ground steadily upon the dark , reducing the area of the unknown . |
| 3 | Brand has struggled but showed some welcome improvement at Valderrama last week . |
| 4 | It has been extensively restored but retains much of its original form ( 273 and 384 ) . |
| 5 | The Na + /H + encoded by the second cDNA sequence has been less extensively characterised but has some properties common to those of the ileal apical membrane Na + /H + exchanger , including a relative resistance to amiloride . |
| 6 | The figure that many companies disclose allows trends over time to be identified but does little to provide a more detailed appreciation of its commitment to investing for the future . ’ |
| 7 | This , and analysis of the results by David E Mutton and colleagues , is to be encouraged but raises some interesting points which have potential implications for resource allocation . |
| 8 | Alex and Judy were self funded but had some sponsorship from FWWG and John Wood Group PLC , again going towards the Sick Children 's Hospital . |
| 9 | Recently refurbished but retaining all its original charm and warmth , the Terrace Hotel offers luxury and elegance together with a caring service and friendly atmosphere . |