Example sentences of "be used [conj] a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Only current versions of this form should be used and a prepaid envelope , clearly addressed to the CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER , PITHEAVLIS , PERTH , PH2 ONH , MUST BE ENCLOSED . |
| 2 | The standard Z88 " wild-cards " may be used when an ambiguous file specifier is acceptable . |
| 3 | The steel rope had to be used because a normal tight rope would n't keep taut between two unpredictable hot air balloons . |
| 4 | He states that one rarely needs more than one granule although two or three can obviously be used if a stronger solution is required . |
| 5 | This type of format can also be used where a smaller number of entrants is expected , but these competitions do offer an opportunity for getting some useful creative ideas from the public . |
| 6 | They will be used where a high degree of statistical accuracy is needed , such as in substantiating claims for market share , or in the development of new products that are to be positioned ( targeted ) accurately on relatively small market segments . |
| 7 | Taken as tea ( 25g/1oz/ ¾ cup to 600ml/1 pint/2½ cups boiling water ) it promotes gastric secretions and improves the appetite , while an infusion of the same strength can be used as an internal antiseptic douche , a gargle for mouth ulcers , or an external compress for skin rashes or allergies . |
| 8 | In this case a local anaesthetic is used and a little cut made in the perineum . |
| 9 | At best a needlessly expensive chemical is used where a cheaper , equally effective detergent , would suffice . |
| 10 | Royal icing is used when a harder icing is needed , for covering cakes , securing items and for delicate piping work . |
| 11 | Debbie has very fine hair and she is growing out a perm so a strong mousse was used and a reverse combing technique to achieve extra fullness for this amazing new look . |
| 12 | For complete removal of marks a white plastic rubber was used and a soft cloth to achieve the mid tones and to lighten dark areas |
| 13 | At least one knife was used and a broken pool cue . |