Example sentences of "[noun] mean it [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | On the contrary , there is much to suggest that , in this election , Labour moved too far away from its traditional base ; that its attempts at reassuring those outside its ‘ natural ’ core of supporters meant it did too little to mobilise support among those who would benefit from its policies . |
| 2 | Crumbling masonry means it needs millions of pounds of building work to make sure it is safe . |
| 3 | Ulster 's geographic isolation means it needs the best possible transport links . |
| 4 | Being shackled to one epoch meant it had to change and adapt but try to reconcile this with harsh realities . |
| 5 | It sometimes happens that the Pump Wagon 's move means it has to traverse terrain which it can not cross . |
| 6 | It is keen to exploit the so-called personal communications market — supposedly destined to grow from one million world users in 1994 to 100 million by 2000 — and having a finger in both pies means it wins either way . |
| 7 | The move is designed to enhance shareholder value , as the Pittencrieff board believes the mix of the business means it has been undervalued by investors . |
| 8 | William the Conqueror meant it to impress the rebellious Londoners with his power , as well as protecting them . ’ |
| 9 | Swivel head means it follows contours of your skin well , and the double blade ensures a really close , clean , smooth shave . |
| 10 | The sanctions have been aimed at France But Britain 's membership of the European Commission means it becomes involved as well . |
| 11 | For instance , if you pick up an SPF15 sun cream awarded four stars ( the maximum rating ) , it means that the product filters out UVA and UVB equally , whereas an SPF15 cream with two stars means it filters UVA considerably less effectively than UVB . |
| 12 | Four-carbon photosynthesis means it grows fast and yields well . |
| 13 | More copper in the wire means it holds the core better and makes for a more ductile string , but while it 's a great sounding string , it 's the one with the shortest life . |