"Your numbers and ages may, er, present a bit of a challenge."
"At the same time, their numbers have presented a significant budget challenge."
But even partial numbers present a clear story of chaos and economic dislocation.
A numbers of companions presented their services for the army.
But the numbers present a dramatic picture of that practice.
But for months, the panel's flashing of one number after another has presented a social dilemma.
But when hard times hit, a number of tough choices present themselves.
Plans had to be made and a number of alternate courses were already presenting themselves for examination.
The large number of students signing up to take part also presents a potential problem.
I believe a number of you present here will be able to confirm this.