Example sentences of "[adj] [to-vb] more than [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The astrophysics of such events is complicated , so that it is not possible to give more than limits on the parameters of the gravitational radiation to be expected . |
| 2 | Already several of the rabbits were asleep , crouched uneasily between the thick stems , aware of the chance of danger but too tired to do more than trust to luck . |
| 3 | While Parliament itself can regulate such matters it has shown itself reluctant to do more than call on " the good sense of M.P.s not to abuse their privilege . " |
| 4 | ‘ And the Angus men , I can tell you , were too busy to do more than yell insults at the other Angus men . |
| 5 | His premiership appeared not so much to be running out as running down , Few believed that when he came back in the autumn he would be able to do more than coast gently and desultorily along for another six months . |
| 6 | Women tend to be able to laugh more than men — perhaps they have to ’ . |
| 7 | We are certain that you will be aware of how some people are able to achieve more than others , cram so much more into a working day , and do it with seemingly little effort . |
| 8 | ‘ Yes , ’ she said , too shocked to do more than whisper . |
| 9 | Some of the students were getting ready to do more than talk . |