Example sentences of "but at the first [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | But at the first sign of a pressure sore , inform the patient 's GP and consult the district nurse . |
| 2 | Often capable-looking owners assured her that they were good at controlling their pets , but at the first sign of resistance they released their hold and the animal then became nervous and upset . |
| 3 | But at the first mention of statements and the prospect of court appearances , they 'd suddenly become tight-lipped and forgetful . |
| 4 | The woman 's eyes widened as she took it , but at the first taste she thrust it at Juliet , pulling a face . |
| 5 | The Secretary of State issued the order to proceed , but at the first hearing of the extradition proceedings before the stipendiary magistrate P. repudiated his statement . |
| 6 | But at the first sound of her voice even this changed woman became familiar to him , and the veil of estrangement between them broke and drifted like gossamer . |