Example sentences of "[conj] she brought [adv prt] [art] " in BNC.

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1 She knew nothing of the future other than that it was an inhospitable fog that no-one had any choice but to enter , but she was certain that there was a scene all laid-out and waiting for her where she brought in the name of the man — or woman — who 'd first talked to Chrissie and then run her down .
2 But of course he was right about the trouser bit because Nan had a gay disposition and a very pretty face ; what he would n't admit to was that she brought in a lot of custom at the week-end , especially when there was a boat in and some of the sailors would make their way up from the quayside and spend freely on chocolate or toffee for their girls .
3 When Sara returned they drank the ale and she brought up the subject of an increased allowance for her and the children .
4 Gabrielle 's relationship with Baldwin blossomed and they had two children together , Sam and Harry , but later the couple parted and she brought up the two boys .
5 ‘ I should stay there for a while , ’ said Elise , when she brought in a breakfast tray .
6 Her ma 's sewing bag was still in the cupboard and when she brought out the cotton and needles there was a lump in her throat .
7 ‘ Are you a Catholic ? ’ he asked Donna as she brought out the drinks .
8 Patrick smiled at the woman as she brought in the tea .
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