Example sentences of "[noun] have gained a reputation " in BNC.

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1 Korean owners of low-margin textile and shoe factories in Indonesia have gained a reputation for being harsh employers who pay low wages .
2 ‘ Since being born in 1981 , Cheek by Jowl has gained a reputation both in Britain and abroad for the extraordinary verve , versatility , devotion and inventiveness that characterises its style ’ .
3 The authority has gained a reputation for innovative housing schemes .
4 Before long , his ships had gained a reputation for quality and speed and his business prospered .
5 Simon O'Connor , spokesman for the British Sports Association for the Disabled , said the town 's Dolphin Centre had gained a reputation as one of the best leisure complexes in the country .
6 Simon O'Connor , spokesman for the British Sports Association for the Disabled , said the town 's Dolphin Centre had gained a reputation as one of the best lei sure complexes in the country .
7 The show has gained a reputation as a regional Chelsea , attracting nurserymen and visitors from all over the country .
8 The show has gained a reputation as a regional Chelsea , attracting nurserymen and visitors from all over the country .
9 Chinese herbalists have gained a reputation for treating eczema , masseurs for relieving the pain of some kinds of arthritis and cranial osteopaths for quietening crying babies .
10 DARLINGTON 'S Skerne Park estate has gained a reputation which many residents would describe as unfair as one of the less desirable parts of the town .
11 Some house spiders have gained a reputation as music lovers by appearing whenever a particular tune is played on the piano .
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