Example sentences of "[noun pl] [vb base] it difficult [verb] [adj] " in BNC.

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1 In particular , traditional descriptive and analytic methods find it difficult to contemplate such phenomena as : ( 1 ) close approximation of phones without merger ; ( 2 ) overlapping allophones ; ( 3 ) flip-flops , and ( 4 ) reversal of merger .
2 It would be appropriate not simply as a true alternative to expulsion where the grounds for the latter exist but also where the circumstances make it difficult to identify some particular breach or failure by the partner served with notice , where the problem is more that his face no longer fits , where his general approach to the business of the firm is inconsistent with the policy which the other partners have decided to adopt , and so on .
3 Different sections or departments may seek authority over the same territory of operations , and superiors find it difficult to delegate sufficient authority to satisfy subordinates ;
4 The increase in mean ozone concentration with latitude and the existence of seasonal cycles in ozone levels make it difficult to detect any trends in global ozone concentration .
5 Such practical failures make it difficult to sustain economic solidarity , political unity or cultural-ideological sympathy .
6 In some areas , ignorance and taboos make it difficult to introduce new customs .
7 However , I and others find it difficult to accept that , but I repeat that I have no hard evidence to substantiate my claim .
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