Example sentences of "[not/n't] come from a [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | They may not come from a church-going background , but with encouragement they might well respond to an invitation to be part of the Church 's music , at least occasionally . |
| 2 | I once sat on a Labour-controlled council which went out to tender and would not accept the lowest tender because it did not come from a direct labour department . |
| 3 | For example , the case of Hope , who did not come from a broken home , is atypical : most black sportsmen have much more instrumental relationships with their mentors , seeking to learn techniques , draw inspiration and get motivated for important events . |
| 4 | This fuller appreciation may result from a short or a long article , even occasionally some unexpected insight or well-phrased judgement ; but it will not come from a brief comment off the cuff , an item of gossip , or a mere listing . |
| 5 | ‘ She did n't come from a wealthy family ? ’ |
| 6 | Joanne does n't come from a wealthy background and yet , by hard work and determination and not a little goodwill from Slater himself ( who coaches her free of charge ) , she is making things happen in her tennis life . |