Example sentences of "is good [verb] [noun pl] " in BNC.

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1 King David shows us the way when he says , ‘ It is good to give thanks to the Lord … and make thy praise our pride . ’
2 Of course it is good to see artists at work and artists discussing their work on TV , but so many of the programmes have been disappointing .
3 Very occasionally it is good to have interludes of completely new material as long as the mood is right and a satisfactory form created .
4 It is better to categorise products according to type and ordering frequency and apply limits on authority to order for each type .
5 This is something everybody has to think about at some time and , if you have any special wishes , it is better to let others know .
6 However , to be on the safe side , it is better to take cuttings in August to overwinter under glass .
7 It is better to keep things as simple as possible and to avoid mere gimmickry .
8 Generally , I would agree that honesty is the best policy , but there are times in a marriage when it is better to keep things to yourself and this is one of them .
9 Generally , I would agree that honesty is the best policy , but there are times in a marriage when it is better to keep things to yourself and this is one of them .
10 In The Facts he examines his own vexed state with reference to the vexed question of whether it is better to make things up , and to distort them , and by contemplating his earlier re-invention of the time-honoured dualistic account of literature and human nature .
11 LEFT It is better to transport dogs individually , and partitioned travelling cages can be acquired for this purpose .
12 In spite of Scott LJ 's efforts the prevalent view of textbook writers is that " It can be said that any covenant which affects the landlord qua landlord or the tenant qua tenant will probably be with the class of covenants which [ run ] , but this is not very helpful , and it is better to note examples from decided cases " ( P.F. Smith , Evans : The Law of Landlord and Tenant ( Butterworths : 1985 ) 75 ) .
13 It is best to move Fanatics before doing other compulsory movement ( such as fleeing units ) .
14 Initially at any rate , it is best to choose packs that contain the types of component which can be found in practically every project .
15 It is best to provide toys which can also serve as chews when the puppy is teething
16 Unless you intend to fit double-glazing yourself ( and even ‘ Cling-film ’ can be very effective ) , it is best to get brochures and free estimates from several of the largest and longest-established firms in this field before making any decision , as there are numerous small firms selling sub-standard products at high prices .
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