Example sentences of "be [adj] then a " in BNC.
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| 1 | You must have been rich then a couple of years ago ? |
| 2 | If the leadership of educational institutions is to be effective then a number of fundamental changes are needed . |
| 3 | If the appreciation is high enough and the price is possible then a purchase results . |
| 4 | An alternative approach is to measure share price changes ; prices at any given time reflect the market 's estimate of future performance and if it is assumed that this estimate is reliable then a comparison of ‘ before and after ’ figures should provide an accurate guide to the change in earning potential brought about by merger . |
| 5 | On the other hand , if the grass material is dark then a longer exposure is desirable . |
| 6 | If the boot sole is flexible then a crampon is unlikely to give a secure enough fit and will be difficult to use properly for serious mountaineering . |
| 7 | For example , if γ 1 is -1 then a positive aggregate demand shock in period t , will imply expected values for and for lower , ceteris paribus , by an amount - t . |
| 8 | If the prediction is correct then a negative relationship should be observed . |