Example sentences of "[det] [modal v] [vb infin] the first " in BNC.
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| 1 | This may provide the first observable category of classroom behaviour for a workable schedule . |
| 2 | At 1989 prices , this would turn the first British PWR into a £2 billion project even before it had generated a single kilowatt of electricity . |
| 3 | Nevertheless , this will mark the first visit of a steam locomotive in the Ex-GC terminus since the extensive remodelling was completed . |
| 4 | If the target 's directors decide to withdraw the scheme before the hearing of the petition because a more attractive offer is made , this will force the first bidder back to square one . |
| 5 | This will provide the first historical study of how groups of men and women in Britain experienced different types of career patterns in the course of their adult lives . |
| 6 | Some will use the first name or parental terms ( such as ‘ mother ’ , ‘ father ’ , ‘ Mum ’ , ‘ Dad ’ , etc. ) , others will adopt more formal modes of address ( 'Mr Smith' , ‘ Mrs Jones ’ ) , while many find this awkward situation eased somewhat when they themselves have children and they are able to use the term ‘ Gran ’ or some equivalent ( Firth et al. , 1969 , pp. 418–22 ) . |
| 7 | However , the Compact will create new opportunities for a real job , with good training and a future , and these will become the first choice for many leavers . |
| 8 | S. H. We were held responsible for property and we had to go round and test every doorway and that would occupy the first time round — say an hour and a half — and then usually you had to go round and test them a second time , just to make sure . |