Example sentences of "[be] [adv] a few [noun pl] ' " in BNC.
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| 1 | Mountain ranges , the desert and Palm Springs are just a few hours ' drive away . |
| 2 | This was formerly the ceramic market and there are still a few potters ' stalls at the far end near Charles Bridge . |
| 3 | A snap survey in the West Country by New Scientist found that a number of garages want £8 or more for what should be just a few minutes ' work . |
| 4 | The excellent road system of the greater Belfast region means that Jordanstown is merely a few minutes ' drive from the capital , allowing students to take advantage of the social life and the living accommodation available in the city . |
| 5 | The excellent road system of the greater Belfast region means that Jordanstown is merely a few minutes ' drive from the capital , allowing students to take advantage of the social life and the living accommodation available in the city . |
| 6 | Local shopping and other amenities are close at hand and the sea is only a few minutes ' drive away , when the tide is in . |
| 7 | A lovely hotel built around its own swimming pool right on the beautiful beach , the Royal Garden Resort is just a few minutes ' trishaw ride from the town . |
| 8 | Her flat was only a few minutes ' walk away from the station . |
| 9 | It was only a few minutes ' walk to her office in Aldersgate Street ; but she normally did not arrive there till nine . |
| 10 | The house was only a few minutes ' drive away from the river . |
| 11 | What she wanted from Luke Hunter was not a few months ' — or even a few years ' — sensual companionship . |