Example sentences of "[noun] [be] [verb] a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Although many hospitals , schools and institutions are making a big effort , there is still a need for the Government to provide guidance for the less enthusiastic or efficient . |
| 2 | ‘ Alienth are thuch a complicated thing to believe in ! ’ |
| 3 | It appears that German states are opposing a VAT-like tax on in an inconsistent way , aggravated , aggravated by a failure to warn of any increase in the tax in January nineteen ninety three . |
| 4 | ‘ The board are extending a long-standing by-law which prevents a player who has rejected an international invitation from performing at club level during the summer period , ’ said Ashby . |
| 5 | ‘ The board are extending a long-standing by-law which prevents a player who has rejected an international invitation from performing at club level during the summer period , ’ said Ashby . |
| 6 | Still , the car majors are playing a waiting game . |
| 7 | He was briefed on how our skills are playing a key role in servicing the world 's nuclear energy industry and that there is significant potential for business in the global market . |
| 8 | The main objects of this alignment are to achieve a short wheel base , and a fairly steep gradient . |
| 9 | Under the present conditions of economic recession , regional policies are fighting a losing battle . |
| 10 | A FAMILY who discovered that their centuries-old manor stands over ‘ the lost palace ’ of the last Welsh prince are fighting a desperate battle to keep their home . |
| 11 | It occurs in Henry IV , Part I. Falstaff and the Prince are having a high old time by pretending in turn to be the King chastising Hal for his association with Falstaff . |
| 12 | The Business Traveller by Brian Moynahan we have ways to make you stay Hoteliers are using a whole new bag of tricks to keep their guests — and wallets — on the premises |
| 13 | Chelsea are giving a secret trial to Polish World Cup star Roman Szewczyk . |
| 14 | Many of the world 's major mining operations are having a disastrous impact on the environment , according to a new report from the Washington-based Worldwatch Institute . |
| 15 | Drink : Street smart to lure finer wine seekers : The off-licence chains are making a big effort to catch the up-market customer , says Anthony Rose |
| 16 | ENGINEERING employers are mounting a tactical offensive to cripple the union selective strike campaign aimed at winning an industry-wide hours cut for two million workers . |
| 17 | It may still be economical to print ten or more but when hundreds or even thousands of copies are required a whole new technology takes over . |
| 18 | The only way that can be ensured , as the Minister recognised in our debate on pension schemes , is if the buy-outs are given a real opportunity to succeed . |
| 19 | Shareholders are offered a one-for-three rights issue at 110p to raise £152million , but Corporate Partners will take up any shares not subscribed to . |
| 20 | THE Yorkshire Union of Golf Clubs are seeking a new secretary following the resignation of Alan Cowman because of poor health . |
| 21 | WHEN a host of clubs are chasing a leading schoolboy talent , the team who win his prized signature will sometimes offer his dad a telling inducement . |
| 22 | The clubs are planning a big official opening on Monday , May 4th . |
| 23 | And the big clubs are keeping a close watch on how Francis , who is still only 24 , performs over the next few weeks . |
| 24 | The Chinese authorities are building a 90 megawatt plant on the Yarlung River , 2,600 foot below the Yamdrok Tso lake , with water falling through four tunnels drilled through the Gambala mountains to power the turbines . |
| 25 | Does the Minister accept that the vast majority of professional and technical officers in local authorities are providing a devoted , decent and efficient service for the benefit of local communities ? |
| 26 | A report published today by the Audit Commission says local authorities are fighting a losing battle to bridge the gap between supply of and demand for rented accommodation . |
| 27 | They should make certain that the authorities are spending a suitable amount on adult education , and that it is available locally as well as centrally . |
| 28 | Local authorities are demonstrating a growing interest in light railways as a cheap , energy-efficient transport solution in urban areas . |
| 29 | The Twickenham authorities are predicting a virtual sell-out , but the fact that Lancashire tickets sold are numbered in hundreds rather than thousands suggests that without Trelawny 's Army , the county final would be a mere speck on the rugby programme . |
| 30 | Said manager John Bell : ‘ The Canadians are building a huge power plant in Ontario and already they have been in touch for guidance on how we operate our laundry system . ’ |