Example sentences of "also took the [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The British also took the small sugar islands of Tobago , Granada , Dominica , and St. Vincent in the Windward Islands at the southern end of the chain of the Lesser Antilles . |
| 2 | TI also took the unusual decision to try a one-shot approach over a short timetable , rather than the more conventional series of increasing offers . |
| 3 | Mr Kinnock also took the unusual step of appealing to all electors , whatever their political persuasion , to turn out and vote . |
| 4 | He also took the unusual step of appealing to all electors whatever their political persuasion to turn out and vote , a move that reflected unease among the party leadership that , with the polls showing a narrow Labour lead , its supporters might take victory for granted . |
| 5 | The International Chamber of Commerce also took the unusual step of allowing the FBL to use the ICC logo . |
| 6 | Sabally also took the National Defence and Women 's Affairs portfolios previously held by Jawara . |
| 7 | Manuel also took the free kick that led to Gayle 's goal , while Blissett 's 15th goal of the season was a 67th-minute header . |
| 8 | Manuel also took the free kick which led to Brentford 's second in the 18th minute , Gayle sending in a cracker from 18 yards . |