Example sentences of "turned [prep] advantage " in BNC.
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| 1 | Unless very dense , the shady conditions produced by most garden trees can be turned to advantage by creating a miniature woodland that will suit shade-loving plants and offer a cool oasis in a hot summer . |
| 2 | The more I think on it the more I see that this cruel sentence may yet be turned to advantage and may be God 's way of effecting what I most desire and have been unable to bring about . |
| 3 | How could this be turned to advantage ? |
| 4 | I believe that every problem can be resolved , and that if it can be approached sensibly and thoughtfully , it can even be turned to advantage . |
| 5 | It was agreed that systematic use should be made of the words ‘ safety ’ , ‘ security ’ ( a word Labour was believed to be fond of and which might therefore be turned to advantage ) , and ‘ support ’ . |
| 6 | In the classical world of ancient Hellas , the strategic importance of this area which controlled the neck of the Greek peninsula was turned to advantage by Alexander the Great in his bid to conquer the known world . |
| 7 | For a moment Louisa wondered whether this platitudinous sentiment might be turned to advantage , but it could not be done without contrivance ; and when she looked up she saw how the Rector 's face aspired to bravery . |
| 8 | The fact that a vote for Margaret was the only way to secure a second ballot was also turned to advantage . |