Example sentences of "because it [verb] [to-vb] [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Considering that NFS version 3 , which was a major re-do , is sitting on a shelf somewhere collecting dust because it failed to garner popular support , there will probably be some reluctance to call this puppy by the same name . |
| 2 | Even this better-than-expected showing , however , does n't do that much for Sun 's margins because it had to promise free MP upgrades . |
| 3 | To some types of mind work at the Chancery Bar appears dull and repellent , because it tends to lack human interest . |
| 4 | It takes a variety of forms and has long bewildered scientists and philosophers because it appears to lack biological purpose . |
| 5 | Mr Noyes will claim the MoD said nothing about the alleged landing because it wanted to save any embarrassment . |
| 6 | Control of spending was crucial to the government 's strategy because it wanted to cut governmental borrowing and taxes . |