Example sentences of "[vb -s] [that] it is [adj] for " in BNC.
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| 1 | He accepts that it is impossible for mortal man to lay claim to attain , or to possess , perfect Truth . |
| 2 | He says that it is important for partners in the smaller firm always to ensure that they will be adequately represented in the combined firm 's management structure . |
| 3 | It follows that it is possible for a member to have the same problem raised by both bodies more or less at the same time . |
| 4 | It follows that it is important for relevant decisions to be considered in deciding cases . |
| 5 | That conclusion is supported by contemporary evidence from Qureshi and Simons 's ( 1987 ) study in Sheffield , which clearly indicates that it is rare for elderly people to move in with their children in order to be cared for . |
| 6 | Heading up high means that it is difficult for anyone to pass since you can always bear away down on to them , forcing them to sail in your dirty wind . |
| 7 | This could not be handled via temporary exception from part of the National Curriculum , referred to earlier ( see p. 118 ) , because a ‘ general direction ’ can only be issued if the head teacher considers that it is inappropriate for the child to follow the National Curriculum and in his opinion that situation is likely to change within six months . |
| 8 | However , even though the unexpected is likely to happen , the APT maintains that it is possible for investors to estimate the sensitivity of assets to the likely variety of events that may take place . |
| 9 | It is likely that such evidence would show up ethnic and cultural variations ; for example , Anwar reports that it is common for migrants from Pakistan to borrow money from kin for major purchases such as a house or a business , but there is a strong obligation to return this loan fully and quickly ( Anwar , 1985 , p. 72 ) . |
| 10 | Quite apart from giving dementia the top priority SHARPEN argues that it is essential for voluntary organisations to be involved in and , if necessary , assisted to play a full part in planning and in the delivery of services . |
| 11 | It argues that it is impractical for countries to protect their interests by patenting plant species . |
| 12 | But Saunders argues that it is wrong for feminists to draw from this the idea that home is a place of relaxation for men or a setting for the systematic exploitation of women . |
| 13 | He argues that it is common for a depressed person to grossly exaggerate the negative implications of events ( sometimes called ‘ catastrophising ’ ) : ‘ I did n't get that job I 'm not bright enough — I 'll be unemployed or in low-level jobs for ever — I 'll be bored and boring-my friends will abandon me — my husband wo n't love me any more . ’ |
| 14 | The Bank of England , old nanny that she is at heart , always believes that it is good for her charges to learn patience . |
| 15 | Because changes in church services arouse strong emotions and can lead to serious divisions , the Commission believes that it is sensible for a parish to have a worship committee or group . |
| 16 | That paragraph suggests that it is appropriate for the court to consider the welfare interests of the child or children . |
| 17 | I think that he knows that it is difficult for the Government to accept any proposal before the question of Community law is resolved , and also that his proposals are relatively controversial . |
| 18 | And , anyway , the estate disputes that it is responsible for the leaking embankment . |