Example sentences of "[adj] [prep] [v-ing] themselves [prep] the " in BNC.
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1 | This will equip those who are interested in developing themselves with the tools to reach greater responsibility and promotion , and of course greater rewards . |
2 | To counter both the unfavourable home environment , and the difficulty poorer parents have in equalling the sharp elbows of the middle classes , who are well accustomed to taking themselves to the front of the queue , the school starting age for nursery education should be reduced to three . |
3 | CAB advisers are accustomed to finding themselves in the position of mediators , and although they usually sit comfortably in this role , many dislike the role of mediator between client , Department of Social Security and charity foundations that has been thrust upon them . |
4 | The goal was the perfect illustration of the reasons why Manchester United are close to establishing themselves as the country 's outstanding side . |
5 | Under the guidance of Nehemiah and his successors the Jews were intent on isolating themselves from the surrounding nations . |
6 | Tennis players are notoriously bad in preparing themselves for the season — and especially the ‘ off ’ season . |