Example sentences of "[verb] a while [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ This top takes a while to put on properly but it 's worth it in the end ’ Pepsi , far left |
| 2 | Well it takes a while to explain , but I 'll try and do it quickly . |
| 3 | And although it takes a while to recover from such fear , for most of us at least , it does eventually subside . |
| 4 | The other morning , earlier on in the week , the phone rings quarter too six , you know , it takes a while does n't it before you realise what it is ? |
| 5 | White spirit is far better — it 's safe on all finishes and materials , metal and fabric , and , although it takes a while to dry , it leaves no deposits . |
| 6 | The parcel presented should be amusing , either an unusual shape , or several boxes inside each other so that the gift takes a while to find . |
| 7 | Something here is not quite as it should be , and it takes a while to work out exactly what it is … |
| 8 | Mary pointed out that it takes a while to become objective and to look at yourself without flinching . |
| 9 | It takes a while to get used to the looks of the new car , but it is clear that Lotus is seeking to advance sports car design rather than just repeat past successes . |
| 10 | You know how it is ; when you lead a hectic , urban life it takes a while to get used to the change of pace — and by the time you do it 's time to go home again . |
| 11 | Cons Takes a while to get into it . |
| 12 | Actually it takes a while to get used to . |
| 13 | The layout of controls and switchgear takes a while to assimilate , though . |
| 14 | Each board has slightly different turning characteristics so when trying a new board it takes a while to learn where to put the back foot . |
| 15 | You tend to find that you become accustomed to the timing on your local water and that when sailing in a different place it takes a while to learn the timing of a different wave pattern . |
| 16 | In addition , TBWA is new to the political advertising game — one that is played by different rules from ordinary advertising and , according to the experts , takes a while to learn . |
| 17 | No look if I talk into it quite loud like this it cuts out and then it takes a while to come back on again okay is that alright ? |
| 18 | These problems will take a while to sort out . |
| 19 | The outcome of that debate will take a while to sort out . |
| 20 | it 'll take a while try and get the border thing across |
| 21 | It will take a while to install the proper temperature-controlled and sterile treatment facilities that fresh white wines demand , so they are not in the portfolio just yet . |
| 22 | Erm I mean it 'll take a while to install . |
| 23 | Without a more general explanation , the information gained from the excavation may take a while to reach the general public . |
| 24 | Although it will take a while to complete a fully working graphics adventure game , the creation is very enjoyable and , who knows , you may even end up with a game that can be sold through the shareware concept . |
| 25 | The effect of the slope on the loft of the ball will take a while to grow accustomed to . |
| 26 | Did did it take a while to cut crop this size ? |
| 27 | Those who are new to childminding can take a while to become established , however , so do not assume several vacancies to be a reflection on the childminder herself . |
| 28 | However , their initial charge is 6% , so it would take a while to get any return on your money ! |
| 29 | It will take a while to get the body out ; they have to get more guys down there , take photographs ; the usual shit . |
| 30 | I want to have you about the house because I brought you a little souvenir from New York , only it may take a while to get it out of my suitcase . |