Example sentences of "able [to-vb] [pers pn] [noun sg] [conj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | A series of brief telephone calls put me in touch with the keeper of the Chalice Well at Glastonbury who was able to give me chapter and verse on the well cover . |
| 2 | But of course , people may feel very affectionate towards their parents but be unable to give them money , or indeed , be able to give them money but feel that this is not the proper thing to do . |
| 3 | ‘ We are encouraging industrialists to come here and we should be able to give them tea and biscuits , ’ says veteran councillor John Kitson . |
| 4 | Your doctor will be able to give you advice and encourage you to have a smear test if appropriate . |
| 5 | They will also be able to give information about local voluntary agencies which may be able to offer you advice or support , and also about local services for people with special difficulties such as problems with alcohol , drugs or gambling . |
| 6 | They will also be able to give information about local voluntary agencies which may be able to offer you advice or support , and also about local services for people with special difficulties such as problem with alcohol , drugs or gambling . |