Example sentences of "[adv] so as [to-vb] a " in BNC.
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| 1 | On the one hand , Jaq must seem capable of irony and flexible tolerance — perhaps only so as to spring a trap . |
| 2 | Narrowly dyadic relationships of this kind show no tendency to proliferate outwards so as to form a wider network , and , since they are usually short-lived , anthropologists have not often given them much attention . |
| 3 | The lateral sclerites usually comprise two plates on either side , closely hinged together so as to form a fulcrum between the head and prothorax . |
| 4 | The answer is in s35 of the Limitation Act 1980 under which the new claim dates back to when the original writ was issued but not so as to defeat a limitation defence although the court can exercise discretion under s33 or RSC Ord 15 , r6(6) which says that no one shall be added as a party after limitation unless the court directs that the period should not apply . |
| 5 | The edges of adjacent planks were not fastened together mechanically but stood open so as to form a V-shaped groove . |
| 6 | Immediately underneath the stone lay a cist containing several rude cinerary urns , and alongside of it were found a gold fibula and an armilla of a peculiar type made from a broad band of gold beaten out so as to form a convex centre , on each side of which was a fluted ornamental border , and a raised rim returned at the edge . " |
| 7 | Then great standing stones brought to mark the way at intervals , and on a bank leading up to a mountain ridge or down to a ford the track cut deep so as to form a guiding notch on the skyline as you come up . |