Example sentences of "he paused [conj] then " in BNC.
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| 1 | He paused and then said , not realising the effect his words would have , ‘ I may go along and see this Vigo . ’ |
| 2 | Seen through the passing traffic a bearded man in an army cap and mirror shades emerged — the bulging muscles of his torso scantily covered by a black vest — jacket thrown casually over the shoulder — he paused and then walked slowly off the screen . |
| 3 | He paused and then added , ‘ In any case , everyone thinks we should go . ’ |
| 4 | He paused and then answered , " Why not ? |
| 5 | He paused and then , generously , contributed another sentence . |
| 6 | He paused and then said , in a soft , menacing tone , ‘ And Tara , Nuadu of the Silver Arm ? |
| 7 | He paused and then said quietly , ‘ Just as you were when I first saw you . ’ |
| 8 | He paused and then said , in a whisper , ‘ My party wishes that you will administer the drug to the Emperor during your audience tomorrow at nine . ’ |