Example sentences of "as it [vb past] this " in BNC.
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1 | This academic study was seen as a means of extending , developing and enriching the student 's mind and , in as much as it fulfilled this function , had much to commend it . |
2 | As fast as it formed this spume was whisked away into the cave from where it was sucked into a natural wind tunnel and finally shot from a huge blow hole towards the centre of Fianuis . |
3 | As it transpired this was not the best way to support the staff with their problems of low morale . |
4 | As it happened this period coincided with the arrival in Vancouver of Andrew Allan , later one of Canada 's all time great producers , and he was accompanied by his ‘ unofficial fiancee ’ that talented actress Judith Evelyn . |
5 | However , as it happened this door was not quite closed . |
6 | Er so as it happened this girl had got the material erm a wild silk cream and er Elizabeth made up this dress for her of course er Michael Caine 's daughter i is quite a busty girl , you know |
7 | It is no good the Labour party seeking again and again — as it did this morning — excuses for why people offend . |
8 | World heavyweight boxing ends the year much as it started this year and almost every other year — in total chaos . |
9 | ‘ Just as it invaded this mutton ? ’ |