Example sentences of "[subord] an [adj] [conj] [noun sg] " in BNC.

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1 As a party , the Republicans , in electoral terms , remain weak below the presidential level and Reagan 's victory in 1980 can now be seen as largely a personal rather than an ideological or party triumph .
2 On the other hand , if an individual or organization already owns a share on which options may be purchased , and a liability is expected to rise within the near future which can only be met by the sale of the shares , the cash flow from that sale may be secured by the purchase of put options .
3 When the itching does begin it is probably because an allergic or sensitivity reaction has been set up .
4 It is not a geographical accident of birth that determines whether an individual or group is going to be rich or poor , but a question of class location .
5 When an individual or group feels separated from some aspect of their lives ( psychologically , but usually in connection with the work situation in particular ) , they suffer ‘ alienation ’ — the symptoms include feelings of powerlessness , meaninglessness , isolation and self-estrangement .
6 The commander , as an al-Qadhadhfa and ally of the Magharba , should teach them a lesson .
7 Whether its effect is direct or indirect , as an antecedent or buffer , or whether it is availability or perceived availability that is important , are all issues which have been controversial .
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