Example sentences of "[noun] [adv] [be] a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 31 | Bognor today is a shabby , down-at-heel place . |
| 32 | Catholicism here was a lush affair , its two central images taken to their metaphorical extremes . |
| 33 | The difference between Anderson 's words and deeds here is a telling example of the emptiness of many pompous statements he makes in this scene . |
| 34 | The bar here is a major meeting point for 18–30 's and many an early evening drink has developed into a fully blown party night of the spontaneous kind . |
| 35 | During his time the Kamara has become the accepted Club base in ‘ Ag Nik ’ , partly because of its central position seven minutes form the beach and about three minutes from the ‘ West End ’ , and partly because the bar here is a focal meeting point for 18–30 's from all over the resort . |
| 36 | Our breathing work today is a direct outcome of this development and shift of emphasis . |
| 37 | a collection of targeted retail companies supported by a strong central management core actually is a good thing rather than a bad thing . |
| 38 | If you have a problem with your home or just need some expert advice , the organisations below are a good starting point |
| 39 | After Rhydoldog , Jane was invited to undertake a second phase of decoration at Remaisnil and , as one of her first gestures , removed a series of framed modern posters which Bernard had positioned up the main stairway ; the focus of the hallway henceforth was a magnificent eighteenth-century Brussels tapestry . |
| 40 | Climate obviously is a major determinant of demand , attracting people to if you like the guaranteed sunshine . |
| 41 | My diesel shortly is a terrible smoker , I have only had this vehicle for three months ( 1985 vintage ) but have covered about 3000 miles and tried all of the adjustments to reduce its habit , The clock reads 30,000 miles and the distributor pump is adjusted to its maximum in an attempt to reduce the smoke , but I can not stop it . |
| 42 | Wall Street 's early reaction yesterday was a firm thumbs down , as stocks fell fast before levelling out . |
| 43 | He says : ‘ While there is no doubt that the Causey Mounth once was a public right of way , it is likely that some sections of the route may have fallen into disuse . ’ |
| 44 | By now the champagne was flowing … all United need now is a new owner willing to keep them in the style to which they 'd like to become accustomed . |
| 45 | Trailing some years behind were a younger brother and sister . |
| 46 | Come on darling now be a good boy . |
| 47 | My lowest ever is a 62 ; my aim now is a 61 . |
| 48 | My lowest ever is a 62 ; my aim now is a 61 . |
| 49 | Councillors will tell Lord Donaldson that the grounding of the ship on Stroma nine days ago is a graphic example of a disaster waiting to happen . |
| 50 | My point here is a simple one : modern technology has made the direct participation of the people in political debate and decision-making a perfectly practicable possibility . |
| 51 | But to conduct such classes well is a difficult business and requires a professional . |
| 52 | The Lady Diana Spencer who had reporters camping on her doorstep ten years ago was a fascinating mixture of fresh and vulnerable , shy and glamorous . |
| 53 | But an obligation to obey the law as it is understood in political writings today is a mere prima facie obligation . |
| 54 | A sweet shop then was a veritable Aladdin 's Cave for children , for most sweets were sold loose . |
| 55 | " Our Son of Heaven unfortunately is a sick man , " said Lat , seeing Joseph turn to watch the emperor . |
| 56 | It was stated that the 20-month-old child he killed twelve years earlier was a named woman 's ‘ illegitimate son ’ . |
| 57 | East Midlands There was a complete cancellation of the match programme in the eastern counties . |
| 58 | On top of Crinkle Crags there is a keen wind and occasional flakes of snow swirl round our heads . |
| 59 | When it does happen , which is about fifteen , twenty percent there is a successful well , pregnancy baby at the end of it . |
| 60 | Nature too was a great balm . |