Example sentences of "[vb pp] [adv] [conj] [adv] [to-vb] [adj] " in BNC.

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1 The modern science of militarism renders wars between ‘ civilised ’ Powers too costly , and the rapid growth of effective internationalism in the financial and great industrial magnates [ sic ] , who seem destined more and more to control national politics , may in future render such wars impossible .
2 And it is a growth industry because its products , such as plastics , are being used more and more to replace raw materials such as wood , steel or natural fibres .
3 In Switzerland the drug is used legally and openly to treat psychological disorders , especially depression .
4 As with other addictions , compulsive gambling and risk taking are seen when the sufferer is compelled to return despite repeated and increasing negative consequences and when the processes is used inappropriately and compulsively to suppress uncomfortable emotions or to gain a sense of elation in order to change a disordered mood .
5 Yes , any behaviour that is used inappropriately and compulsively to suppress uncomfortable emotions , or to gain a sense of elation in order to change a disordered mood , or to which someone repeatedly returns despite negative consequences , can be a form of addictive disease .
6 A system that connects a single vendor 's range of products — and which can be adapted more or less to handle other vendors ' offerings .
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