Example sentences of "[Wh det] can [verb] to " in BNC.
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| 1 | There is also a large group of words which can refer to either sex — words like driver and friend ; they are said to have ‘ common gender ’ , and the question of concord is decided in each specific instance ( that is , driver will sometimes be she , other times he ; there is also the problem of the unspecified , generic driver , the appropriate pronoun for whom is a major linguistic headache for today 's speakers ) . |
| 2 | The symptoms of angina are a heavy cramp-like pain across the chest which can spread to the neck , shoulder , arm and even the jaw . |
| 3 | When these 40 or so cells have moved out of the wall they begin to put out fine extensions — very long thin filopodia — which can attach to the wall , contract , and so pull the cell towards the point of attachment . |
| 4 | Oh which can light to dimmer and |
| 5 | As well as affecting sleep , noise is thought to create tension and fatigue , both of which can contribute to accidents and mental ill-health . |
| 6 | From this starting point , four theoretical ideas are identified which can contribute to a practice of affirmative assessment . |
| 7 | In all of these areas , there are concepts and insights from linguistics which can contribute to pedagogical understanding . |
| 8 | We need to provide resources which can contribute to the growth of awareness amongst parents and the wider community about the functioning of the educational system and the importance of the encouragement of home languages , in some cases to offset feelings of inferiority . |
| 9 | Besides offering help with careers and providing educational information which can extend to working overseas and in the voluntary sector , the centre provides a job placement service . |
| 10 | To sum up this section , we can say that the first phrase of a theme may be followed by a second phrase to make a complete sentence , either through exact repetition , or by various degrees of change which can extend to the introduction of completely new material . |
| 11 | I know one other thing that is important , is the fact that a marketing document , the need for a marketing document , which can go to non erm schools , I think erm , brought this up , the need to promote the value of the D S O overall . |
| 12 | There are various contributory factors which can lead to a towplane ‘ upset ’ when towing in the normal ( high ) tow position . |
| 13 | High cholesterol levels are associated with atherosclerosis , or ‘ furring ’ of the arteries with fatty deposits , which can lead to a heart attack . |
| 14 | More probably , decay and deterioration of materials and installations is the result of lack of maintenance , the results of which may include blocked or broken rainwater drains , displaced roof tiles or peeling paint finishes , all of which can lead to timber decay . |
| 15 | Sir Ian wants the court to order the Bar Council to bring charges of professional misconduct , which can lead to disbarment , against Mr Samuels . |
| 16 | One cause for concern is that blood flowing through artificial organs tends to clot , which can lead to a stroke or to coronary heart disease . |
| 17 | The panic died down , the fish-vendors ' business picked up , the cabinet survived — but thousands whose fish was less fresh began to suffer the cholera pangs ; explosive diarrhoea and rapid dehydration , which can lead to rapid death . |
| 18 | This means we begin to develop symptoms which can lead to illness . |
| 19 | May be very sensitive to all external stimuli ; odours , touch noise , cold etc. which can lead to exhaustion . |
| 20 | Conditions that can result in a need for supplements include peptic ulcer , hiatus hernia and diverticular disease which can lead to iron-deficiency anaemia . |
| 21 | However , care must be taken when using sintering aids and impurities , both of which can lead to a degradation of properties in the body and premature failure of the prosthesis . |
| 22 | The narrowing of the arteries which can lead to angina and heart attacks tends to increase with age . |
| 23 | To complicate matters he was diagnosed as having reflex epilepsy as a youngster , a condition which can lead to concussion if he sustains head injuries . |
| 24 | The main problem is with children diving on the floor which can lead to someone getting hurt . |
| 25 | Under these conditions there is a proliferation of anaerobic bacteria which can lead to the release of harmful by-products , such as methane . |
| 26 | disciplinary rules and procedures and the types of circumstances which can lead to suspension or dismissal ; |
| 27 | Most of us tend to eat far too much , which can lead to fluid retention . |
| 28 | This is the first stage of a nuclear reaction which can lead to an explosion . |
| 29 | Rimming is much safer if a latex barrier is placed over the anal opening and surrounding area , because there is a risk to the active partner not just from HIV ( because faeces may contain infected blood in a person with HIV ) but also from germs living inside the anus , which can lead to hepatitis and other illnesses . |
| 30 | This first collar is made as high as you can work , just below the buds or branches , and tied firmly so that the hessian is not loose , which can lead to twisting and rubbing . |