Example sentences of "[noun sg] [noun pl] is [that] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The trouble with bit maps is that they are inflexible and expensive . |
| 2 | Swindon author Dr Colin Francome , who co-wrote the book , explained at today 's launch that research shows that one reason for the increase in Caesarean operations is that consultants are afraid of a law suit if the baby 's born naturally and is n't healthy . |
| 3 | Another argument used to advocate key settlement policies is that they favour employment growth . |
| 4 | However , one of the problems with fan clubs is that they tend to operate for very young people . |
| 5 | Another problem with a textbook description of research methods is that the textbook gives the impression that this is what really goes on . |
| 6 | But the real obstacle to any formal union of the centre and right opposition parties is that each of them is formed around the personality and ambitions of an individual politician who considers himself to be papabile or presidentiable . |
| 7 | One argument for common investment funds is that at the moment they provide a way of getting round the narrow and wider investment bands that dictate charity investment . |
| 8 | One of the problems for garter carriage owners is that this is no longer possible . |
| 9 | One of the disadvantages of monthly reviewing schedules is that most instruments arriving at the Guitarist office are brand spanking new . |
| 10 | One often forgotten drawback of aluminium structures is that you need to buy special clips and brackets if you want to add on accessories such as shelves and insulation . |
| 11 | So , to prove IBM is still on the right track , Graham attests one of the biggest industry myths is that IBM gives huge discounts on its mainframes . |
| 12 | The major characteristic of chant leaders is that they are all quite tall . |
| 13 | One of the benefits of decorated photograph frames is that one can always alter the surround at will , thereby changing the colour emphasis of a particular photograph . |
| 14 | GENERAL TIPS A general rule for pub rock patrons is that the quality of music will be in inverse proportion to the quality of the beer ( except at Finsbury Park 's Sir George Robey where an excellent music policy comes complete with a decent pint of Guinness ) . |
| 15 | The thing about talk shows is that you just never know how they 'll turn out . |
| 16 | An important conclusion from the considerable research on appraisal interviews is that you should adopt a definite form of strategy for the meeting . |
| 17 | One of the problems of today 's eating habits is that people expect food to last over longer periods . |
| 18 | But what will make the industry 's traditional jamboree an even more painful experience for America 's big three car makers is that the Japanese will hog the limelight with a clutch of flashy new models . |
| 19 | ‘ The lesson of milk quotas is that you 've got to get in at the start . |
| 20 | Another difference between the Act and The Stock Exchange rules is that the latter specifically permit pre-emptive offers to exclude holders of shares when the directors ‘ consider it necessary or expedient … on account of either legal problems under the laws of any territory or the requirements of any recognised regulating body or any other stock exchange . ’ |
| 21 | Another view of some civil law courts is that neither set of conditions can apply to the contract ( since the parties manifestly wanted the contract to exist , acted as if it did , but could not agree as to which of their sets of standard conditions should apply to it ) . |
| 22 | One theory of the origin of ice ages is that they occur when large masses ( for example , comets ) crash down onto the Earth , throwing up vast amounts of detritus into the stratosphere which block off the heat from the Sun . |
| 23 | The justification for the reversal of the burden of proof in unfair dismissal cases is that employers will be in the best position to explain what reasons they had for terminating the employment . |
| 24 | One of a director 's fiduciary duties of particular relevance in management buy-outs is that he must not put himself in a position where his duty to the company may conflict with his personal interest . |
| 25 | The reason these worries pose such a problem in marriage relationships is that if we feel insignificant we assume we are unworthy of love and are afraid of the vulnerability that comes with complete openness and honesty . |
| 26 | THE nightmare of Israeli and Palestinian peace negotiators is that their history-making agreement on self-rule in the West Bank and Gaza Strip may spark a Palestinian civil war . |
| 27 | What is remarkable — and , I think , indefensible -about English libel trials is that the judge gives directions and guidance on the measure of damages as part and parcel of a single summing-up on the substantive issue . |
| 28 | The problem with decentralising responsibility and , accountability within public sector organisations is that traditionally it is the politician who is held to account rather than the official . |
| 29 | The most likely explanation for the recent record levels of libel awards is that juries have confused these two functions , and part of the blame must lie with judges for having failed adequately to explain to juries the purpose of their damages award . |
| 30 | However , a particular feature of the provisions on Cooperation in the fields of Justice and Home Affairs is that they expressly envisage that certain matters may be transferred to Community competence . |