Two periods of war (1641-53 and 1689-91) caused huge loss of life.

This period of time caused many critics to believe that he had lost his touch and his skills.

Extreme periods of rainfall and drought will cause fewer lands to become available.

There is some concern that taking too much folic acid for a long period of time might cause serious side effects.

Although a short period of unemployment may be unwelcome and will certainly cause hardship, it is not necessarily disastrous.

This period of political instability caused several conflicts between the central government and the entities of the country.

By August 2006, a busy period of crude oil production had caused a significant workforce deficit.

A period of disappearance of mushrooms from an area should not cause alarm.

Even short periods of high temperatures can cause serious health problems.

We therefore do not think that this final period of reflection, which we consider to be necessary within Parliament, will cause any major difficulties.