Example sentences of "makes an excellent [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Most people think of serving this delicacy with slices of ripe melon as a starter , but it also makes an excellent accompaniment to many of the exotic fruits that are widely available in greengrocers and supermarkets . |
| 2 | Scary videos A worn-out tape makes an excellent bird scarer . |
| 3 | A strong infusion made with 50g/ 2oz hyssop to 600ml/1 pint/2/½ cups of water makes an excellent home remedy for sore throats when used as a gargle . |
| 4 | And , in passing , it is worth noting that French ( I have not tried the Danish imitation ) Port-Salut makes an excellent cooking cheese with a low melting point , which means that it turns creamy but not rubbery . |
| 5 | ExerCal makes an excellent companion to any training program and can help keep your motivation level up as you balance calories-in with calories-out . |
| 6 | The property is in excellent order throughout thus presenting a property which makes an excellent purchase . |
| 7 | The property is in excellent order throughout thus presenting a property which makes an excellent purchase for the growing family . |
| 8 | Add to this the elevators and hidden traps for the unwary , and it all makes an excellent challenge . |
| 9 | The Kerry cow , for example makes an excellent house cow . |
| 10 | Ciccolini is not a brainstorming piano tiger , though his playing is never less than exciting and this series makes an excellent bargain , particularly as the competition is far from extensive . ( ) |
| 11 | Experience in 1989 showed that it makes an excellent garden stake . |
| 12 | I find a glass or two of wine aids the digestion and makes an excellent nightcap . |
| 13 | An architect 's drawing-board makes an excellent piece of furniture to use for close-range work , but it is too large to be accommodated in the classroom . |
| 14 | Diluted TCP makes an excellent fly repellent . |
| 15 | My hon. Friend makes an excellent point . |
| 16 | My hon. Friend makes an excellent point . |
| 17 | In a softer yarn it can be used as a bedjacket and for girls or slim ladies , it makes an excellent skirt when sewn into a tube . |