Example sentences of "[pers pn] can [adv] expect a [noun] " in BNC.
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1 | Since an empty house is more of a challenge to burglars and squatters than one where there is lots of activity , you ca n't expect a rebate on your house and contents insurance — in fact your insurance company may even charge an extra premium if you are away for more than30 days . |
2 | Trouble is , you ca n't expect a man to change himself . |
3 | You ca n't expect a man to walk around thinking he 's got to be grateful to them for the rest of his life — it 's ludicrous . |
4 | ‘ You ca n't expect a lot of polish in a country GP , ’ she said . |
5 | and you ca n't expect a lot , to achieve a lot from just |
6 | You can not expect a reference book to be quite as gripping as an adventure novel , but all the same I read it cover to cover . |
7 | I know it was very upsetting for you , Mum , when Grandma died , but we ca n't expect a kid like Anne . |