Example sentences of "[vb mod] try [v-ing] a [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | However , if cracks do appear , you should try brushing a mixture of peat or compost and coarse sand into them . |
| 2 | ‘ We 'll try spending a couple of hours together . |
| 3 | If the car is low to the ground , it is likely to be extremely difficult for the patient to get in and out , so you might try using a car in which you can raise and lower the suspension . |
| 4 | You might try driving a car at a brick wall at a 100 miles an hour on the off chance of coming to no harm at all , but please make sure you have renewed your NI subscription first . |
| 5 | You could try using a serum — these non-sticky liquids are excellent for smoothing the cuticles and wrapping hair in shine . |
| 6 | If this is not practical , you could try cooking a chicken to eat cold over several days ; but once it is cooked , divide it up into the meal portions you require , and place them in the freezer or refrigerator as appropriate . |
| 7 | You could try adding a glass of white wine , an onion and a little celery and leek , if you must , but make sure that the court bouillon is cold before you start . |
| 8 | We can try using a version of the game of grandmothers ' whispers . |
| 9 | You can try introducing a pair ( use gardening gloves if you need to handle them ) and if the male does ‘ smear ’ the female . |
| 10 | You can try introducing a pair ( use gardening gloves if you need to handle them ) and if the male does ‘ smear ’ the female , separate them again . |
| 11 | And if calories are a bit of a worry , you can try making a sauce from a dash of rum mixed with some low-fat yoghurt . |