Example sentences of "[adv] [modal v] [verb] rise to " in BNC.

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1 No matter what benefits the salesperson discusses , the buyer may be reluctant to change from his present supplier or change his present model because to do so may give rise to unforeseen problems — delivery may be unpredictable or the new model may be unreliable .
2 To proceed without doing so would give rise to conflicts of interest which could impede the proper performance of his duties .
3 In addition , the making of false statements ( whether in adverts or otherwise ) which are made either knowingly or recklessly may give rise to a criminal prosecution under section 14(1) Trade Descriptions Act 1968 .
4 However , since it is to be hoped that the essentially problematic and contestable nature of good primary practice has by now been adequately demonstrated , the state of affairs described here must give rise to some concern .
5 A trivial slight , a threat to self-esteem , which might cause you a moment 's irritation , here can give rise to resentments which may fester for centuries . ’
6 Cannabis may have few immediate withdrawal effects and this again may give rise to the mistaken belief that it is not addictive .
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