Example sentences of "[am/are] use [to-vb] the [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | They 're used to make the goal . |
| 2 | The initial requirement is a tension square in your own choice of yarn and stitch pattern and the stitches and rows are used to set the Knitleader to work to the appropriate measurements . |
| 3 | In consequence , simple statistical techniques are used to characterize the grain size distribution data . |
| 4 | These differences are used to characterize the asymmetry or skewness of the curve . |
| 5 | In the magnetic system the grids are used to detect the position of the stylus which , in this case , is a coil radiating a pulsed high frequency signal . |
| 6 | In the magnetic system the grids are used to detect the position of the stylus which , in this case , is a coil radiating a pulsed high frequency signal . |
| 7 | Two elasticated loops , made of shirring elastic or similar — but certainly not tight across the inner eyelets — are used to retain the zig-zag of folded shroud lines over the shoulder risers . |
| 8 | If animals are not included in the farm , then green manures , such as beans or peas , are used to form the nutrient base of the soil , rather than animal manure . |
| 9 | According to Kang and Wilson , the best results are achieved if leguminous species are used to create the hedge , and trials carried out in Nigeria have shown that the most promising species are Leucaena leucocephala and Gliricidia sepium which will grow successfully even on degraded land . |
| 10 | Many of the preoccupations of Jacobson 's previous novels are used to demythologise the book of Genesis . |
| 11 | When the counter reaches zero the " missing " three step commands are used to decelerate the motor to the target . |
| 12 | Only in males do these sport dark ‘ nuptial ’ pads , which are used to grasp the female . |
| 13 | Edinburgh Travel Centre is the only travel company associated with the student body at the University of Edinburgh , and all profits generated by the Edinburgh Travel Centre are used to improve the Students ' Association 's facilities . |
| 14 | Artificial fertilisers and lime are used to improve the soils . |
| 15 | All these activities are used to improve the clients ' awareness and in turn hopefully improve their quality of life . |
| 16 | ) Because accounting reports are used to monitor the allocation of resources in the economy , they should all be on the same basis . |
| 17 | Metaphor and simile are used to chart the development of Lok when he is forced by circumstance into leadership : a role for which he is unprepared and unsuitable . |
| 18 | Taps and valves are used to control the flow of water through pipes , either to turn it off completely or to reduce it . |
| 19 | High interest rates are used to control the growth of aggregate demand in the economy by increasing the cost of borrowing . |
| 20 | Computers are used to control the environment and optimise energy consumption in all stores built since 1984 . |
| 21 | They are used to clarify the relationships that exist between the variables that influence the buying situation , and to predict the outcome of change to these variables . |
| 22 | Within the zone , physical measures are used to reinforce the message , or in the case of newly built areas , the street system is designed around this speed maximum ( Figure 6.18 ) . |
| 23 | The principles which are used to explain the legislation are political and economic , derived from a reading of the nineteenth century land reform movement , and in particular from its hostility to the strict settlement . |
| 24 | In Schutzhund work , fighting instinct and play are used to teach the dog to take the sleeve . |
| 25 | As the service tunnel is driven probes are used to test the ground around the heading and remedial work is undertaken where necessary to strengthen the ground or prevent water penetration . |
| 26 | Grounds and supports are used to manipulate the colour , texture and absorbency the artist wishes to use . |
| 27 | Grounds and supports are used to manipulate the colour , texture and absorbency the artist wishes to use . |
| 28 | Past precedents indicate that conflict will assuredly arise , if statements about God are used to fill the gaps in scientific explanation . |
| 29 | If buckets are used to fill the pool , they can be counted and discussions about empty and full will develop as water is transferred from one to the other . |
| 30 | These analyses of transients during an accident are used to derive the temperature and pressure loads , how they vary throughout an accident , as well as the quantities of coolant that flow through the system . |