Example sentences of "and [noun sg] at the prospect " in BNC.
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| 1 | On August 19th , Palme Dutt — revealing a capacity to assess political realities independently of the Moscow line which , in all his long years as Britain 's foremost guardian of Communist orthodoxy , he was seldom to repeat — insisted the issue was ‘ not essentially a revolutionary class issue , but simply an expression of war-weariness and horror at the prospect of being dragged into another war . ’ |
| 2 | They expressed ‘ serious regret and disappointment at the prospect of an increase by Guinness ’ . |
| 3 | At this time Pöhl 's decision , and uncertainty at the prospect that higher interest rates and inflation could result from monetary union , led to unease on the otherwise buoyant West German financial markets . |
| 4 | The hit single ‘ Losing My Religion ’ is likely to be read as self-reflection on REM 's position in the worldwide musical scheme of things , doubt and discomfort at the prospect of unwanted disciples : ‘ Oh no , I 've said too much/I have n't said enough ’ is the paradox that runs throughout . |
| 5 | Shuddering with fear and anticipation at the prospect of the weekend ahead , she risked opening her eyes again . |
| 6 | Her heart was racing with horror and excitement at the prospect of being marooned all alone in this little boat with him . |