Example sentences of "[vb pp] if it is [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Because mathematical skills are perceived as being easy to define and to recognise , and because such skills are perceived to be relevant , schools may be attacked if it is believed that they are not teaching such skills effectively . |
| 2 | In addition , the new section captures the essence of the old law , that the conduct is caught if it is intended or likely to provoke others to cause unlawful violence . |
| 3 | Photographic and/or medical evidence could be considered if it is thought that the injuries would be difficult to prove . |
| 4 | I for one will be happy to be stopped and searched if it is going to help protect us from terrorist bombs . |
| 5 | The main programming problems are likely to arise in the correct timing of the phase excitation changes ; the program segment responsible for the time delay between Steps must be carefully written if it is to provide accurate timing , as well as perform a useful secondary function . |
| 6 | The transponders can sound an alarm if the animal is killed and can also be implanted in the rhino 's horn , allowing it , and the poachers , to be tracked if it is cut off . |
| 7 | This enables pertinent Objections to be lodged if it is felt the same are relevant . |
| 8 | An election made after the two-year statutory time limit , but as soon as possible given the circumstances , will be accepted if it is made because a relevant and uncorrected Revenue error has resulted in the partners or their agent being misled about whether the requirements of the legislation have been met . |
| 9 | Wholesale changes will need to be made if it is to administer a new form of tax as well . |
| 10 | An order under section 2 may also not be made if it is shown that the request infringes the jurisdiction of the United Kingdom or is otherwise prejudicial to the United Kingdom ; on these matters a certificate of the Secretary of State is conclusive . |
| 11 | The social system has certain basic needs which must be met if it is to survive . |
| 12 | They assume that society has certain basic needs or functional prerequisites which must be met if it is to survive . |
| 13 | Any programme targeted on an explicit need can be justified if it is followed through with adequate resources . |
| 14 | Nor can generalised criticism be justified if it is based on one isolated incident . |
| 15 | Althusser faces this question , but warns that it has to be carefully formulated if it is to illuminate the process of the production of knowledges . |
| 16 | The sculpture received a fresh coat of paint in 1975 and will be repainted if it is scratched or damaged . |
| 17 | ( The discrepancy could perhaps be explained if it is assumed that there is also a weak preference to continue with the first-named character . ) |
| 18 | Where such a movement has occurred , or there has been rumour and speculation , the Panel should be consulted if it is proposed not to make an immediate announcement . |
| 19 | Straightforward leave applications are often decided without an oral hearing ; but even when there is a hearing in order to clarify issues , leave proceedings are meant to be very brief : a recent practice statement requires special notice to be given if it is anticipated that the leave application will last for more than 30 minutes . |
| 20 | Thirstless and usually is irritated if it is offered ; the child only grunts . |
| 21 | A investment overview may be enclosed if it is thought appropriate . |
| 22 | The indication that the package will be issued as a product serves a useful function for Quality Assurance , as more stringent quality checks can be performed if it is known that the package is intended for issue . |
| 23 | The indication that the package will be issued as a product serves a useful function for Quality Assurance , as more stringent quality checks can be performed if it is known that the package is intended for issue . |
| 24 | Other methods can be used if it is desired to give him only an equitable interest in the land . |
| 25 | A specially inked ribbon must be used if it is typed ; handwriting or drawings require the use of a special pen . |
| 26 | The first trap for young reporters is to assume that responsibility for a libel can be avoided if it is made in an attributed quotation . |
| 27 | It means that the instrument in question requires positively to be approved if it is to become or , more usually , remain in force as law . |
| 28 | The history of company legislation over the past century can only be understood if it is seen as an attempt to rectify the imbalance and injustice resulting from the creation of limited liability in the mid-nineteenth century . |
| 29 | The nature of the movement of goods can only be understood if it is seen in relation to the complex and changing framework of society . |
| 30 | It may be better understood if it is set in the context of Hindu teaching concerning the different orders or āśramas of society corresponding to the different stages of life . |