Example sentences of "to tell [pers pn] that [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | I have to tell you that these hot-line , long-distance blowjobs are another of our re-table routines … |
| 2 | If I were to tell you that this record puts a dayglo platform DM so far up the mule 's rectum that its entrails squish through its clenched teeth , I do n't think that I could be justly accused of exaggeration . |
| 3 | Rather abruptly , when they 'd all opened their presents and had a glass of sherry in their hands , she said , with a shy look at Tim , ‘ Before we start our dinner we 'd like to tell you that this time next year you 'll be Grandma and Grandpa . ’ |
| 4 | This was not the moment to tell him that six people had to put money into a building society for every borrower who took it out , and some of the six must read the paper . |
| 5 | History never had the heart to tell him that great keepers use both hands . |
| 6 | He 'd gone on saying it until people complained and the landlord was forced to tell him that such talk amounted to the spreading of gloom and despondency ; it was almost as bad as careless talk and would land him in the Bridewell if the police got to hear . |
| 7 | I dashed across to the DC 's house to tell him that this train with several hundred refugees was standing in the station , and some shelter must be found for them . |
| 8 | The teacher talked with him about balance and he able to tell her that one stick was heavier because it was longer . |
| 9 | My father was the only one of her relations who dared to tell her that this man should not be trusted . |