Example sentences of "[coord] give a short " in BNC.
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| 1 | We all had to stand up in turn in front of the class and give a short talk , followed by a question-and-answer session . |
| 2 | ‘ Ah , ’ I said , and gave a short laugh , ‘ I might have known Father would be up and ready for the day . ’ |
| 3 | Just once , as the waves came up over her feet , she hesitated and gave a short gasp , as anyone might have done at the sudden cold . |
| 4 | Benjamin replied , and gave a short description of what we had found in the stables and in Southgate 's chamber . |
| 5 | She looked into his face , saw the serious expression and gave a short , harsh laugh , fighting to hide the hurt . |
| 6 | He glanced down and gave a short , humourless grunt of laughter . |
| 7 | The veterinary nurse stared back at her and gave a short laugh . |