Example sentences of "the [noun sg] [conj] a [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | In the language of computer software say , this would mean careful attention to the derivation of the algorithm before a line of code is written . |
| 2 | Without this element , there would be no way of excluding planned revenge killings , and the argument is that they should be excluded from the defence because a person who plans a response to an affront or a wrong ought to ensure that the response conforms with the law . |
| 3 | The responses from the task consist of a textual name for the response and a state which selecting that response would cause . |
| 4 | Have you ever noticed the response when a car alarm goes off in a busy street ? |
| 5 | The earnings-related supplement , which was introduced in 1966 so that the value of unemployment benefit would more accurately reflect the income that a claimant enjoyed while employed , has been abolished . |
| 6 | Still , that 's what we all go for is n't it , to manfully plough through two foot deep mudholes in our be-trainered feet , to boldly stand in the pouring rain clad in only a T-shirt and to remain under canvas for three days whilst simultaneously holding both the tent and a beer can in a force nine gale ! |
| 7 | The rest of the morning I might spend at the beach , in season , or in the park or a café , reading or catching up on my correspondence , or chatting to friends and acquaintances , as the whim took me . |
| 8 | The gated road offers an opportunity for a pleasant diversion through the park and a chance to join the Knightley Way . |
| 9 | On a glorious day like this , who could wish for anything more delightful than a walk in the park and a chance to share the secrets of Rainbow 's heart ? |
| 10 | In addition to these buildings , the main exhibits in the outdoor museum consist of an original National Schoolhouse , a Presbyterian Meeting House , Blacksmith 's Forge and Weaver 's Cottage in the Old World side of the Park and a Log Cabin , Pennsylvania Farmhouse and Log Barn in the New World area . |
| 11 | There are , indeed , countless jobs we all think we could do , given the opportunity and a bit of luck . |
| 12 | Football merely provides the opportunity because a match is taking place but if they we if the football matches were n't taking place those criminal acts would be committed in another context . |
| 13 | respect confidential information obtained in the course of professional practice and refrain from disclosing such information without the consent of the patient/client or a person entitled to act on his/her behalf except where disclosure is required by law or by order of a court , or is necessary in the public interest . |
| 14 | What happens is that on a high speed reach there is so much sideways pressure on the skeg that an area of low pressure around the skeg sucks air down and creates an air pocket around the fin. , therefore making it useless . |
| 15 | Whether or not a formal debate is held will depend on the purpose of the examination and a number of other factors , but it is obviously necessary to seek the client 's opinion before deciding the direction that a study should take once a number of problems have been identified . |
| 16 | Despite the concerns of the smaller parties in East Germany , the agreement adopted the existing West German system almost without change , including the provision that a party would normally need 5 per cent of the vote to qualify for seats . |
| 17 | Also , the fuse and a voltmeter ( 0–15V ) and an ammeter ( 0–5A ) , or a switched combination of these last two items , can be included to produce a neat and versatile instrument . |
| 18 | If they 're not lucky enough to find a hostel place , they end up in bed and breakfast accommodation , without the support that a hostel provides . |
| 19 | The old hand-chiselled level was opened some years ago by the writer and a description of this , along with these others , is given in the guide to the orefield and its mines . |
| 20 | This sense of coping with the ‘ business of living ’ was one of the themes that came out from a study conducted by the writer and a colleague from the Tavistock Institute for a client in 1974 ( see Appendix One ) . |
| 21 | It works along the same lines , using a printer driver to control the sending and a fax manager to look after the receiving . |
| 22 | The Germans scattered , but the Lieutenant and a corporal were killed . |
| 23 | Rutherford , 38 , was in London last night with his wife , Cathy , to collect the award and a cheque for £1,500 . |
| 24 | Representation was made to the board that an appointment securing Coleman 's attendance would quickly pay for itself . |
| 25 | However , the Article dealing with special remuneration drew a distinction between the Board and a committee of the Board so that as a matter of construction ‘ the Board ’ in that context meant the Board and not the committee . |
| 26 | The immediate effect of the revenue enhancement however , brought with it a more than proportionate increase in costs across the board and a surplus deflated by approximately £100,000 . |
| 27 | MAC also offers induction loops in the Cinema and a Minicom service . |
| 28 | And even the shrill ill-temper of the proprietor and the lackadaisical attitude of Lisa , her assistant , had no power to break through the shell that a moment 's introspection could weave round her . |
| 29 | CHARITY will be the winner when a display of old time ploughing , combining and binding is put on tomorrow by the Seaforde Vintage Steam Threshing Rally . |
| 30 | At the magnificent new venue of Kiawah Island in South Carolina , the winner and a partner of his or her choice will experience a thrilling battle between some of the world 's top golfers . |