Example sentences of "[conj] [verb] [pn reflx] for a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The shorter this is , the more sense it makes to take the lump sum , rather than deny yourself for a longer-term pension that you will not be around to enjoy . |
| 2 | When the mobs rush forward in the Mall they are taking part in the last circus of a civilization that has lost faith in itself , and sold itself for a splendid triviality . |
| 3 | She refused the porter 's offer to crack open the bottle , and settled herself for a long wait . |
| 4 | ‘ Come in , ’ he called in a low voice , expecting Clare , and steeling himself for a long and exhausting reconciliation . |
| 5 | Only today matters , so forget about tomorrow , pack your bags , and prepare yourself for a magical holiday . |
| 6 | You think going out and killing oneself for a few shillings is normal to a Masai ? |
| 7 | Peter hesitated in the hall , not so much to eavesdrop as to prepare himself for a noiseless ascent of the stairs . |