Example sentences of "might [verb] up the [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | You might build up the fire a little . ’ |
| 2 | To a school librarian , the term might conjour up the image of compiling a computerized catalouge with details of resources held in the school library . |
| 3 | THE CONCEPT of a Squatters ' Ball might conjure up the image of crusties in black tie and taffeta but this is n't yer average kind of ball . |
| 4 | Apart from legislation which might break up the unity of imperial law , some colonial legislation was likely to affect the interests of people in Britain directly . |
| 5 | They scanned the misty water , keeping a watch-out for driftwood which might foul up the engine . |
| 6 | It had n't occurred to her that I might take up the blackmail where Jack Mahoney had left off . |
| 7 | If Dave has no joy with the local highway authority , he could try enlisting the help of a local councillor , or a local branch of the Ramblers ' Association might take up the case . |
| 8 | ‘ And you thought your girl 's father might put up the money ? ’ |
| 9 | She chuckled , then might pick up the animal by the scruff ( if it were a cavey , or a bird ) , and dash it to death on the ground and spill the guts to read them for herself , then sprinkle blood inside the circle and on her cheeks and brow . |
| 10 | Moreover many farm workers still find it difficult to meet the cost of private transport which might open up the range of alternatives . |
| 11 | If only she could read they might open up the world . |
| 12 | Stirling had not been told that such a unit was operating in the target area , despite the fact that its presence might stir up the enemy . |
| 13 | If these gentle whispers are not heard , your Higher Self might turn up the volume a little . |