Example sentences of "is [vb pp] [prep] [noun] of " in BNC.
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| 1 | If variation in breeding success is calculated for stags of above a year old ( the age of sexual maturity ) , it greatly exceeds more realistic measures of variation in breeding success such as variation in seasonal success within cohorts or lifetime success ( see Table 23.3 ) . |
| 2 | Gall bladder volume is calculated by multiplication of the uncorrected bolume by the square of the correction factor . |
| 3 | The value of the work done in some cases ( although less frequently in industrial construction ) is calculated from bills of quantities . |
| 4 | The threshold sensitivity of the instrument is adjusted by means of VR1 . |
| 5 | On my theory , unity of type is explained by unity of dissent . |
| 6 | This is explained in terms of the nature of the Germanic invasions which brought about the destruction of the Roman Empire and is dealt with in Chapters 7 and 8 . |
| 7 | In the empirical mode sentence , ( 26 ) , one event ( the window breaking ) is explained in terms of another event ( the ball hitting the window ) . |
| 8 | In the deductive mode sentence , ( 27 ) , a conclusion ( that the window broke ) is explained in terms of a piece of observable evidence ( there is glass on the ground ) . |
| 9 | Industrialization provides the backdrop for the study of the subsequent transformation into modern economic classes : the rise of colonialism is explained in terms of a search for markets , and wars in terms of economic competition . |
| 10 | Sometimes this is explained in terms of the community showing its recognition of and commitment to its own values ( eg Lacey , 1999 ) . |
| 11 | The behaviour of a motor car is explained in terms of cylinders , carburettors and sparking plugs . |
| 12 | More often , their fanaticism is explained in term of some kind of personal deficiency . |
| 13 | The problem is compounded by lack of a satisfactory way for local government to raise its own revenue . |
| 14 | In this latter case the possible danger is compounded by considerations of the last chapter . |
| 15 | The diaphragm is placed between components of the lens system . |
| 16 | Paper which has previously been dampened is placed on top of the plate and then felt blankets over all , the whole is rolled through the press between the heavy rollers . |
| 17 | It is encouraging that a great deal of emphasis is placed on aspects of plan preparation , whether this be the research or the surveying , since knowing your facts is vital before organising action . |
| 18 | Farr has also invented a special Telesquash ‘ nick ’ — a piece of skirting board which is placed along part of the side and back walls — and it also helped to increase the incidence of outright winners . |
| 19 | Food which is undergoing irradiation is placed in front of an opening in a lead box full of Cobalt-60 or Caesium 137 , both radioactive substances . |
| 20 | In our minds ‘ eating everything that is placed in front of us ’ is associated with ‘ well done , that 's a nice clean plate ’ . |
| 21 | Another river god , the Coarse stone figure of about 1800 representing the Thames that is placed in front of the north court at Ham House , illustrates the continuity of this theme . |
| 22 | When the phonological code of " phace " meets the entry for " face " in the lexicon , a delay is imposed while the spelling is checked before initiation of the " no " response . |
| 23 | The transient nature of the binding may be because this sequence is recognized on account of its structure without additional hydrogen bonding contacts . |
| 24 | Ideally such a helper should be one : who is recognized by others of his/her own people as a good speaker of the language |
| 25 | As Elijah Moshinsky looked out from the roof-top coffee shop of the plush hotel overlooking Plymouth Hoe — in which he is ensconced during rehearsals of Shadowlands — he confessed that this was the first time he had been to Plymouth in his life . |
| 26 | The effect of this is to allow liquor to be provided for a further hour in the evening in a part of the premises set aside for people taking table meals provided it is consumed as part of the meal . |
| 27 | It is intended for businesses of all sizes and the professions . |
| 28 | Although the work has medical and therapeutic origins , it has been developed as a regular part of the Medau method of physical education and is intended for people of any age who are in normal health . |
| 29 | Karate competition is biased in favour of long-limbed individuals who have good reach in relation to their weight . |
| 30 | It is biased in favour of misbehaviour and treats the bad-boys of Scottish football with the indulgence they richly deserve . |