Example sentences of "[noun sg] [modal v] [verb] a [adj] effect " in BNC.
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| 1 | Finally , if agencies are able to ‘ control the agenda ’ by offering only one expenditure programme as an alternative to the ‘ reversion level ’ if the plan is not accepted , then variations in the reversion level may have a perverse effect on spending . |
| 2 | The Committee fails entirely to discuss , however , whether mistakes of a similar kind should have a similar effect . |
| 3 | Hence , just the introduction of backflush accounting may have a significant effect in reinforcing the JIT ( low stockholding ) philosophy . |
| 4 | We fear , too , that the proposed change in the Tax System with regard to the Mining Industry may have a detrimental effect on the Industrial Development Programme , by discouraging foreign interests from establishing planned new industries here unless they are assured of a continuation of the tax incentives and grant aid already in operation . |
| 5 | Industrial action could have a devastating effect on dental surgery in the NHS . |
| 6 | He was sure that the clauses extending police action would have a beneficial effect on national morality . |
| 7 | Wells is one of her largest customers , and its closure would have a damaging effect on her . |
| 8 | Obviously you would be ill-advised to choose a very dainty gold oval to frame a background of rough hessian or sacking , and you could be very disappointed if you were hoping that a pretty pale blue crushed velvet would create a country-style effect . |
| 9 | Finally on this aspect of the case , the Attorney-General relied on considerations of comity : the relaxation of the rule would have a direct effect on the rights and privileges of Parliament . |
| 10 | The increased happiness which would be experienced by the accord would have a profound effect and become a very important influence on the progress of civilisation . |
| 11 | In the area of economy the microprocessor will have a growing effect , enabling engines to be programmed for optimum performance under different driving conditions . |
| 12 | Keynesians have remained very sceptical of this mechanism , arguing that neither the increase in the real money supply nor the real balance effect will have a significant effect on aggregate demand- and so can not be relied upon to reduce unemployment . |
| 13 | The number of tadpoles in a particular pond can have a dramatic effect on the food supply . |
| 14 | Alright , so although the institutional setting can have a direct effect alright , it 's much more likely that the effect will be indirect , right , through , through high prices , and in order for , farmers to er , reap the benefits of support , they need to maximize their yields , and that 's what farmers have done in this country . |
| 15 | Ideas about baby feeding and weaning are constantly changing and actual practice can have a profound effect on child health . |
| 16 | They may be made redundant or their marriage may break up ; even the loss of regular overtime can have a disastrous effect on someone living to the limits of his or her income . |
| 17 | They may be made redundant or their marriage may break up ; even the loss of regular overtime can have a disastrous effect on someone living to the limits of his or her income . |
| 18 | Aid can have a knock-on effect in neighbouring countries which are also in great need . |
| 19 | Safer Cities co-ordinator Pam McHale said : ‘ Crime and fear of crime can have a serious effect on women 's lives . |
| 20 | But fear of crime can have a devastating effect on people 's lives , and particularly on women 's lives . |
| 21 | It was a timely reminder that her own garden needed attention and in any case , mechanical tasks like digging and muck-spreading might have a therapeutic effect on her emotional system . |
| 22 | Obviously , extremes of heat and cold could have a detrimental effect in conjunction with heavy strings and overtightened truss rods , so be careful in this respect . |
| 23 | Since temperature is simply a measure of the average energyr speedf the particles , this cooling of the universe would have a major effect on the matter in it . |
| 24 | He added the presence of a nursing home would have a long-term effect both on the future development of existing firms in the area and those wishing to locate on land earmarked specifically for industrial purposes . |
| 25 | The fact that there is now total deregulation will have a serious effect on small shops . |
| 26 | This means , in turn , that divorce can have a devastating effect on the income prospects of , mainly , older women ( Joshi and Davies , 1991 ) . |
| 27 | A deep pelmet in a room with a low ceiling can have a heavy effect , increasing the problem . |
| 28 | Either circumstance can have a lasting effect upon self-view and relationships , while the youngster who has not come through the " mourning " phase adequately may act in later life exactly as though a " new " parent were sought . |
| 29 | Obvious points , perhaps , but important , since an adaptation to a new habitat can have a profound effect on a species ' fortunes . |
| 30 | If the way adults act towards a child can have a traumatic effect on their lives , so too can the way they speak . |