Example sentences of "it [vb mod] [vb infin] [noun sg] to [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | This can be helpful to us but it may give rise to difficulties and require careful handling if the client 's writing skills leave something to be desired . |
| 2 | I can see fans of 1 or 2 other clubs getting upset if they read some of the stuff we write , and if the press got hold of it , it may cause embarrassment to Leeds United FC . |
| 3 | That is not quite what we suggested , which was that it should have regard to affordability . |
| 4 | The Duke insisted that ‘ its fitt it be understood … for it might give umbrage to Achinbowie and Balfunning ’ , and he was very clear that the gentleman in question , the son of Glengyle , should not , under any circumstances , join Lord George 's ship . |
| 5 | The Home Office tried to ban the interview on the grounds it might cause distress to relatives of Nilsen 's victims . |
| 6 | If Microsoft decides not to sue — and we wonder if it can decide before WABI is introduced — observers say that it will hassle Sun to death . |
| 7 | All records on the existing Altos minicomputer system will have by that time been transferred to users ’ PCs and it will become surplus to requirements . |
| 8 | The union will also try to provide a better class of men for the Merchant Service , and will see that crews join their ship punctually and in a sober condition ; it will help shipwrecked mariners ; it will provide assistance to members travelling in search of work ; it will establish a sick benefit and a burial fund . |
| 9 | With its strong colour it is an ideal cheese for cooking in a microwave as it will add colour to dishes that would not otherwise brown . |