Example sentences of "is a carefully [verb] [noun] " in BNC.

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1 The karate kata is a carefully devised procedure for teaching a beginner how to flow from one technique into another without a break .
2 There is a carefully defined hierarchy of offices which can provide the organisation with continuity via recruitment from below .
3 Bill 86 is a carefully calculated device to pull businessmen and minority groups firmly behind his party in that fight .
4 It is a carefully conceived piece of theatre , evoking the Age of Chivalry , both that , legendary , of Charlemagne 's court , and that , imaginary , to which Don Quixote aspires .
5 Like his speech to the Northern CBI last month , Lilley 's election strategy is a carefully concocted mixture of glowing references to past successes , optimism for the future , and as little mention as possible of present difficulties .
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