"Because if our presence here contributed to the situation in any way, we have a moral obligation to help set things right again."

In some cases, the archaic or potential presence of a word can contribute to its eligibility.

"The force helped point matters in a positive direction, and their continued presence would not have contributed anything more," he said.

"I fear my presence at the Haven contributes very little."

Their presence significantly contributed to the development of mining, craft, and trade in the territory.

Yet researchers differ widely on whether the presence of those drugs could contribute to aggressive behavior.

The presence of lay members would also, it was believed, contribute to informality.

We are going to be losing $200 million the American military presence contributes in added value to our economy each year.

With the Fleet their presence would contribute markedly to morale.

However the presence has contributed significantly to the importance of Brussels as an international centre.