Example sentences of "puts [pron] [noun sg] on the " in BNC.
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| 1 | Then she locks herself in one of the cubicles , puts her bag on the toilet seat , and takes out the tools of her trade : a red satin basque with suspenders attached , a pair of black lace panties , black fishnet stockings and shiny high-heeled shoes . |
| 2 | The sun puts its colour on the curtains |
| 3 | BRITAIN 'S Nuclear Installations Inspectorate , which is responsible for ensuring the safety of nuclear power , this week puts its credibility on the line at the public inquiry into the Sizewell B reactor . |
| 4 | The health committee 's report last week on community care puts its finger on the problem when it points to a ‘ paradox ’ or ‘ tension ’ in government policy over assessments of need and cash limits . |
| 5 | When the driver pushes the throttle button or puts his foot on the pedal , there is none of the usual mechanical linkage there to swing into action . |
| 6 | ROS puts his foot on the coin . |
| 7 | With that characteristically strong statement , he puts his finger on the secret of the Ahlbergs ' phenomenal success with adults and children alike . |
| 8 | What was it , just said he puts his mouth on the telly ! |