Example sentences of "is [verb] [conj] a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Because it is calculated that a retained crew might take four minutes to get to the station the computer calculated other stations could respond quicker . |
| 2 | At one time only a few selected diseases were thought to have links with the sufferer 's state of mind , but now it is recognized that a whole range — from cancer to heart attack — may be brought on by worry and strain . |
| 3 | Although it is recognised that performance review must be tailored to local circumstances , generalisations can be made and it is intended that a good practice guide be drawn up based on experience to date . |
| 4 | It is intended that a full scale study of Scottish agriculture will follow this pilot project . |
| 5 | We do have this process where we can edge-glue the broken pieces so when a piece is broken and a previous glazier put in a piece of lead we can edge bond instead |
| 6 | Need it be a matter of wonder , when we see her capable of such restraint in general , that she should retire within herself and exercise that control we find her continually exerting over all her thoughts and actions the more energetically at a time when she is taught that a stray thought of desire would be impurity and its fruition pollution . |
| 7 | A star is formed when a large amount of gas ( mostly hydrogen ) starts to collapse in on itself due to its gravitational attraction . |
| 8 | Later the same term was used to denote the geometrical figure that is formed when a smaller square is cut out of a larger square with two of its adjacent sides lying along two adjacent sides of the latter . |
| 9 | White never used to be a predominant Goshiki colour , but now it is realised that a snow-white base admirably sets off the other shades . |
| 10 | It is claimed that a fifth of road fatalities say 1,150 deaths a year can be attributed to ’ drunk ’ driving : a driver has more than the permitted level of alcohol in his blood . |
| 11 | In the courts political questions may come before the judges because the matter is already in public controversy , like race or industrial relations ; or because it is claimed that a public authority has exceeded its powers ; or because the matter concerns the activities of the police ; or because the matter impinges on the individual rights of citizens , affecting their freedom or their property . |
| 12 | Over a period of twenty years it is claimed that a fast reactor could breed enough additional plutonium to fuel another similar power station . |
| 13 | If if it is considered that a new settlement is required to meet the housing provision in Greater York , then the first question that has to be asked is , is the criteria approach alone acceptable . |
| 14 | At the end of each month the top figure is removed and the new month 's figure is added and a new average is calculated . |
| 15 | Certain common variables are being developed , and it is expected that a joint publication reviewing pay since 1970 will be produced , as well as a series of publications relating to the various dimensions separately . |
| 16 | All other Lead Bodies are also progressing well with the development of standards and it is expected that a wide range of new qualifications will be available within the next year or so . |
| 17 | However , with the creation of further women 's organizations , the need to have a unified representation has increased and it is expected that a new co-ordinating body will be founded in the near future . |
| 18 | It is expected that a technical report will be released by the EC next week . |
| 19 | He said : ‘ Out of 450 competitors it is expected that a few will get injured . ’ |
| 20 | Developments in Scotland are also being followed keenly south of the Border , where it is expected that a Scottish Lord Chancellor will introduce family legislation for England and Wales which will follow the example set by his countrymen . |
| 21 | Now , it would appear from this article , that this ideal is shattered and a two-tiered Europe is on the cards . |
| 22 | ( As his speech progresses the Amero-West Indian is dropped and a Scottish hectoring sharpness enters the vowels and consonants . ) |
| 23 | Great care is required during fumigation and it is recommended that a suitable respirator is worn . |
| 24 | It is recommended that a complex SSR is split into a number of smaller SSRs , each addressing a single point so that all the details may be retained by LIFESPAN . |
| 25 | Where possible , it is recommended that a complex SPR is split up into a number of smaller SPRs , each addressing a single point . |
| 26 | Newly qualified nurses are expected to receive an orientation and induction programme appropriate to their appointments , followed by a consolidation period for a minimum period of three months , when it is recommended that a few hours each week be set aside for learning periods either with other newly qualified staff or as self-directed learning . |
| 27 | A three-stage test or approach is recommended when a wasted costs order is contemplated . |
| 28 | A marine or yacht varnish is recommended when a clear film is required that will not obliterate or mask the natural grain configuration of the wood . |
| 29 | To know what is happening when a small bit of wood is shifted , one must grasp the rules of chess and so grasp what move has been made . |
| 30 | Whenever a new entry is created a row is inserted in this table and whenever an entry is discarded the appropriate row is deleted and a new row inserted in the Redundant Lemma table . |