Example sentences of "[modal v] make a considerable [noun sg] " in BNC.

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1 For under conditions of largely unrestricted discretion , factors such as the character , attitude , training and social background of sentencers may make a considerable difference to the way their discretion is exercised .
2 But to answer it , I must make a considerable digression , to say something about how we get such beliefs by observation .
3 Even without a Commons majority , Labour 's Jack Straw could make a considerable mark .
4 Since a rise in interest rates can cause quite a severe fall in the price of bonds , banks could make a considerable capital loss if they were forced to sell them at such times .
5 It will be especially meaningful for those who may be able to make a very limited financial offering , but who could make a considerable offering of time and skill .
6 Perhaps the alteration appears slight , no more than cosmetic , but it would make a considerable difference to defensive attitudes , especially in Britain , without undermining the spirit of the offside law .
7 The PS is trying to draw the ecologists into a pact and this would make a considerable difference to the outcome .
8 Although the sum will make a considerable dent in Philips ' net debt , it does n't get the company out of the woods altogether — total borrowings are $8,500m .
9 Seasun Tentrek has dropped under-occupancy surcharges on its apartments and tents for any holidays taken after August 21 , which can make a considerable saving .
10 A simple grab rail placed in the correct place can make a considerable difference to how you cope , especially with the bath or toilet .
11 Classifying rugs according to their country of origin is both logical and necessary , particularly as discrepancies in exchange rates , import tariffs and production costs can make a considerable difference to the prices asked in shops for very similar items from different countries ; but this method has its limitations .
12 Recycling can make a considerable difference to the rubbish dumping problem .
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