Example sentences of "[modal v] [verb] a long [noun] and " in BNC.
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| 1 | As this is a new ( as opposed to a rebuilt second hand ) engine it should last a long time and parts are available worldwide . |
| 2 | The centre core gives ‘ durability ’ — they 'll last a long time and the overwrap improves the ‘ playability ’ or feel or response to the ball . |
| 3 | Well some people have been talking about five to seven years , I 've been saying all the way through that we 're very flexible on this , and clearly if erm a bidder whether it 's a management buy out with other people in the bid , others in the consortium , or an outright bid from a private sector consortium er if if they get the franchise and make clear that that 's on the basis that they 're going to put a lot of money into the capital investment , then clearly they will want a longer period and we have made that clear . |
| 4 | ‘ They are a breed that will enjoy a long walk and they are excellent car travellers — in the 34 years that I have owned them I have never known one to be car sick , ’ she added . |
| 5 | Well-designed signs are expensive , but this expense is a good investment in that the signs will last a long time and help overcome the physical barriers of the library . |
| 6 | Reconciling yourself to making the final decision can take a long time and be very painful . |
| 7 | Defending a petition can take a long time and be expensive . |