Example sentences of "set [prep] [adj] [noun pl] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Foliage will be as important as flower , and we 'll need to think about texture — rough leaves versus smooth ; tall spiky plants to set against rounded shapes and so on . |
| 2 | In the DTI , for example , resource inputs into financial assistance schemes were measured against outputs ( such as jobs created/safeguarded ) enabling the cost-effectiveness of the programme to be assessed , and targets set for future schemes ( Progress in Financial Management in Government Departments , 1984 , p. 103 ) . |
| 3 | On the other hand , the Hague Convention deals with a limited issue , that of service abroad ; it does not affect the rules as to the extent of the jurisdiction of the courts of a particular state , the rules of the forum court as to which documents are required to be served , nor the time-limits set for procedural steps under that law . |
| 4 | But the credit-worthiness requirements which they set for new customers are relatively stringent . |
| 5 | The emission standards set for new vehicles gave due consideration to the technological feasibility and economic cost of compliance by the vehicle manufacturers and the standards which emerged were similar to those already adopted by California . |
| 6 | Mr. Tony Banks , supported by Mr. Tom Clarke , Ms. Diane Abbott and Mr. Jeremy Corbyn , presented a Bill to make statutory provision for fixed term parliaments , compulsory attendance at polling stations , a public holiday on days set for general elections ; and for connected purposes ; And the same was read the First time ; and ordered to be read a Second time on Thursday 9 April and to be printed . |
| 7 | Set amongst towering palms , this is a delightful complex of 25 thatched bungalows , simply furnished , but clean and spacious , and just a few steps from the beach . |
| 8 | Set in tropical gardens leading down to the beach , the Nyali Beach is one of Kenya 's best known hotels . |
| 9 | Lacona — set in tranquil gardens |
| 10 | Set in picturesque surroundings of Bournville opposite ‘ Cadbury World ’ , 5 mins from train connections to Birmingham International and NEC , M42 , M5 and M6 . |
| 11 | Set in pleasant surroundings overlooking parkland , yet only a short stroll from the centre of Coventry and the city 's tourist attractions and shopping . |
| 12 | Set in extensive gardens , only yards from the shore , this is an elegant , sumptuous hotel offering high calibre service . |
| 13 | Set in extensive gardens , the staff at the Sauerhof go out of their way to make visitors welcome , and with the superb health , fitness and beauty programmes on offer , you 're sure to leave feeling on top of the world . |
| 14 | Set in extensive gardens and parkland , this beautiful historic house is best known as the home of the poet , Lord Byron ( 1788–1824 ) . |
| 15 | Set in extensive grounds , and enjoying magnificent views of the Hahnenkamm and Kitzbuhlerhorn , the Schloss Lebenberg 's facilities include a large indoor pool a sauna , solarium , fitness gym and sun terrace . |
| 16 | Diano Marina — set in olive groves |
| 17 | Set in scenic gardens on the Hagley Road ( A456 ) with easy access to the motorways , NEC , ICC , National Indoor Arena and Cit Centre . |
| 18 | Set in magnificent surroundings , the Tweed Valley Hotel in Peebleshire , Scotland offers six-day trout and salmon fishing courses in the autumn and spring ( £95 , excluding tackle hire and accommodation ) . |
| 19 | ‘ Set beside beautiful bays . |
| 20 | Set amidst panoramic views of snow-capped mountains of up to 11,000 feet , the lake is one of earth 's outstanding features ; 400 miles long and up to 50 miles wide , its dazzling blue , crystal clear water is over a mile deep in places and is reckoned to be one fifth of the world 's supply of fresh water . |
| 21 | Set amidst lush shrubs and pine woods , everywhere you turn you find unexpected vistas of the shimmering bay . |
| 22 | Set amidst pretty gardens , this modern hotel enjoys splendid views of Mount Etna and the bay of Taormina . |
| 23 | Set among secluded gardens overlooking 110 acres of woodland with lovely views of Hertfordshire is W S Gilbert 's former country home . |
| 24 | Set among olive groves and vineyards on the hillside of Anacapri this hotel has magnificent views over the sea . |
| 25 | Set at right angles to one side of the fireplace was a two-seat wooden settle , and at the other side a much larger leather couch . |
| 26 | The titles you choose for essays you devise yourself can , if you want them to , be made closely to resemble the sorts of questions you are set as prescribed essays or in exams . |
| 27 | The session was marked by the frank and abrasive attitude taken by Ukrainian President Leonid Kravchuk towards the CIS ( whose collapse he apparently regarded as imminent ) and his combative response when Russian President Boris Yeltsin suggested that the legal basis had been set for joint CIS armed forces . |
| 28 | Both photocopiers have been set for multiple copies , and both have run out of paper . |
| 29 | Hours of work are set for certain occupations ( e.g. 40 hours a week ) and overtime may or may not be an option . |
| 30 | Higher insulation standards will be set for new buildings . |