Pattern: V n as adj
The pattern can be best understood by viewing the interactive construction network link above.
To examine the individual constructions please see the tables below:
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Both environmentalists and the timber industry denounced the decision as inadequate. (BNC)
Sarah described her work as stressful, frustrating and maddening… (BNC) …Greek antiquity has been misrepresented as superficial… (BNC) [The officials] regard such an agreement as ideal… (BNC) Tom's words struck me as unthinking and insensitive. (BNC) |
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