Example sentences of "[conj] a few [noun] ['s] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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1 | There were unexplained hold-ups , enemy strongpoints catching the leaders in heavy fire perhaps , or a few moments ' loss of direction as they probed forward . |
2 | Although her brother , Bert , was now employed by a local fisherman , Arnold Spence , and could do no more than a few day 's work at Four Winds now and then , nevertheless her new arrangements left Harriet free to work outside herself and this regular exercise had a calming effect , releasing her from a great deal of inner tension . |
3 | After a few moments ' deciphering he rang Gerald Venables ' number . |
4 | After a few moments ' silence Kopyion shrugged his shoulders and walked off , down the stairs . |
5 | They borrow from the banks for as little as a few hours ' notice of recall by the banks ( money at call ) , and lend to the government , local authorities and firms for typically three months ( bills of exchange ) . |