Example sentences of "[pron] can only [be] [vb pp] if " in BNC.

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1 There is clearly an element of circularity in the argument in that it presumes that the subject-matter is properly before the tribunal , a presumption which can only be made if subject-matter is defined purely in terms of furnished tenancy itself .
2 You can only be hurt if you do — and you will surely hurt her .
3 The position is that when we admit anyone to nursing home care , they can only be admitted if there is a joint assessment partly by a social worker from this department , partly by either the nurse or G P , or consultant , and the , the key element needless to say in that , in terms of need , is very much the health authority input .
4 It can only be met if zonal governments connect through all-planetary councils .
5 It is like expert power in that it can only be exercised if others recognise and accept it .
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