Example sentences of "[vb pp] [conj] you should [vb infin] " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ Though your Majesty 's affections may be very well known as to religion , ’ he urged , ‘ yet it may be expected that you should say something for the world 's satisfaction . ’ |
| 2 | " The time has come when you should see a priest or a psychiatrist . " |
| 3 | ‘ Mr Jones , I 'm honoured that you should choose me , but I do feel there are others far more suited to take on the responsibility , people who 've worked in radio far longer than I have . ’ |
| 4 | At some point , you will probably have to write out your own version of other people 's ideas in the form of paraphrase or summary embedded in your own work ; so it could be argued that you should do the rewriting from the outset , as you take your notes , in an effort to get at the ideas behind the words rather than just repeating the words themselves . |
| 5 | ‘ My dear officers , ’ said a rather breathless but still well modulated voice , ‘ of what am I accused that you should treat me like the nucleus of a civil rights demonstration ? |
| 6 | I have wired that you should receive grapes now , and a fruit basket each weekend … |
| 7 | ‘ Your appeal against the above offer of permanent accommodation made available to you on 12-9-91 has been considered carefully but I regret to inform you that the appeal has not been allowed and you should sign for the tenancy at the local housing office by 2-12-91 . |
| 8 | ‘ Madam , I confess myself deeply grieved that you should judge one an enemy who has ever served you and yours faithfully and to the utmost of his ability , ’ he said sorrowfully — and the prince , watching the scene with avid interest , expected to see tears well from his eyes . |
| 9 | To ensure that the loan will be repaid if you should die before the term is up , it is essential to take out a mortgage protection policy ( also called term assurance ) . |
| 10 | It 's suggested that you should linger on the great avenues and squares in the morning and afternoon , to see the swarms of officials and experts who administer the universe hurrying to and from their offices ; or sit a while in the shady walks of the various public gardens , and watch these same officials ' wives proudly taking the baby out for an airing . |