Example sentences of "[modal v] [be] hold to [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | A separate dimension of the social enterprise perspective is that if we view the company as a public or social body , albeit under private control , then its directors and managers should be held to requirements of disclosure and standards of ethical conduct appropriate to those carrying out public functions . |
| 2 | To receive the full benefit of the policy , therefore , it must be held to maturity , particularly since the first two years ' premiums are largely taken up in charges . |
| 3 | ‘ If he has done you such injury this fellow must be held to account . ’ |
| 4 | The pupils who do complain usually retract their allegations long before they get to the state where the teacher might be held to account . |
| 5 | For countries which have ratified the Convention can be held to task if they refuse to allocate resources to deal with these issues domestically . |