Example sentences of "it is difficult [verb] [coord] " in BNC.

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1 The feeling of comfort is basic to a sense of well-being , but it is difficult to define and is often most notable in its absence .
2 The Timber Trade Federation has admitted that it is difficult to define and verify sustainability , and there are signs that several major retailers are planning to cease making such claims .
3 How far this influenced some members of the government it is difficult to say but I have no doubt it was one of the factors which led to a majority being against abolition .
4 Sexual discrimination is , of course , very common , but it is difficult to detect and women do n't make official complaints .
5 Once the fungus has dug itself into the vagina , it is difficult to dislodge and the normal bacteria , particularly the lactobacillus , find it hard to reestablish themselves .
6 Since they may be shaky in the first place , one is working against oneself in allowing the situation to come about ; yet at times it is difficult to avoid and extra work may be needed to counteract its effect .
7 If you purchase Mozzarella at the supermarket , it may be in brine or be ready grated ; it is difficult to grate but melts more evenly if you make the effort .
8 But it is difficult to make and even more difficult to get taught properly .
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