Example sentences of "[vb infin] a [adj] difference to " in BNC.
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| 1 | As far as BCCI is concerned , it is understood that a very high proportion of the loans made by BCCI have some sort of deposit associated , and this will obviously make a substantial difference to the amount which can be claimed on behalf of BCCI . |
| 2 | Most suppliers will offer early settlement discounts of around 2.5% and quantity discounts for larger orders , which can make a substantial difference to the margin . |
| 3 | What they do say is that the close coupling and phasing between the coprocessor and main processor makes a dramatic difference to coprocessor intensive applications , such as CAD , and will make a substantial difference to other coprocessor applications . |
| 4 | More attention to auditory and visual needs , and the provision of appropriate aids and adaptations can also make a great difference to quality of life and confidence . |
| 5 | It will make a great difference to our — er — corporate image , I feel sure . |
| 6 | AELTC Registered and Approved would make a great difference to parental peace of mind , and to support from outside sponsors . |
| 7 | British patients wait longer than most of their European neighbours to be seen by a hospital doctor , and for many the wait is not just weeks but months — months that may potentially make a great difference to their condition , as German et al show ( p 429 ) . |
| 8 | If Banks could be persuaded to cancel debts , it would make a great difference to the countries concerned . |
| 9 | Some of the greatest sufferers in this respect are such prized works as Jane Austen 's , where it can make a surprising difference to the price . |
| 10 | So it does make a slight difference to the erm the lump sum . |
| 11 | If she is fond of animals , providing her with a cat or a small dog of her own , if she can look after it ( and if your household as a whole would find its presence acceptable ) , may make a tremendous difference to her life . |
| 12 | Despite variations , however , the day care facilities are enormously important and can make a tremendous difference to the lives of the mentally disordered . |
| 13 | This is not to say that the other ten players do n't have to be good as well ( Witness Everton & Man Shitty ) , but I do feel a ‘ top drawer ’ keeper would make a tremendous difference to Leeds . |
| 14 | That would make a tremendous difference to the opportunities for women to go into parliament , and the kind of women you 're talking about . |
| 15 | If Joseph gave him an exhibition it could make a huge difference to Leary 's reputation , yet she wondered how likely it was that Joseph would help him . |
| 16 | They may also be able to tell you some of the preferences of those councillors , which can make a big difference to how you lobby them . |
| 17 | But even a small donation can make a big difference to one child 's life . |
| 18 | Though some benefits and costs can not yet be valued , particularly wildlife habitat , and landscape conservation and enhancement , estimates of recreational values and of carbon storage can be calculated , and these , for some types of forest such as community forests , can make a big difference to the ‘ social profitability ’ of the investment , the commission says . |
| 19 | Something as small as a brisk fifteen-minute walk each day can make a big difference to health . |
| 20 | If you can contribute , the extra contribution will make a big difference to your employees ' retirement , and constitutes a valuable reward for loyalty . |
| 21 | An extra £5 million of sales will not make a big difference to Canon ; what matters is expanding and enhancing our name globally . ’ |
| 22 | Rougher stuff : If your body skin looks goose-pimply and sluggish , sloughing off dead surface skin cells with an abrasive mitt or exfoliating product can make a big difference to texture and touch . |
| 23 | This is another good reason for working samples before starting the actual garment , you will be able to tell whether you need to pick up the laddered stitches or not and that can make a big difference to the overall tension . |
| 24 | There are times when a little extra speed can make a big difference to how your mail is received by overseas clients or family and friends abroad . |
| 25 | So have a strategy ready — it could make a big difference to how you cope . |
| 26 | It would make a big difference to property values in the area — some would go up , some would go down . |
| 27 | But the number of police constables that we can have available , would make a big difference to the lives of the very ordinary people , and that 's where we should be looking at first . |
| 28 | Alcohol can make a big difference to the final bill so take care choosing wines and think of opting for a good sparkling wine rather than Champagne . |
| 29 | Did the war make a big difference to the wages ? |
| 30 | Sterling 's devaluation should make a positive difference to industry 's competitiveness and profitability ; but the impact on exports may not be very strong while growth in continental Europe continues to slow . |