Pattern: V n as n
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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…but he doesn't strike me as a dictatorial megalomaniac. (BNC)
A spokesman … described the device as a sophisticated pacemaker… (BNC) They're used to perceiving old Ted as a loser. (BNC) He began his career as a journalist… (BNC) …numerous opposition leaders had condemned the visit as a pointless extravagance… (BNC) |
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