Example sentences of "[vb infin] [adj] [noun sg] [verb] for a " in BNC.
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1 | An observer only a kilometre inside the edge of the path of totality , for example , would see total eclipse lasting for a mere 15 seconds . |
2 | You can use this function to wait for a specified time for a key to be pressed . |
3 | This is openly admitted by the Regulations which require that the summary should state prominently that ‘ This summary financial statement does not contain sufficient information to allow for a full understanding of the results … and state of affairs … |
4 | You wo n't have much luggage to carry for a weekend . |
5 | We gaily thought oh yes we 'll have enough money to pay for a meal . |
6 | Rather than waste much time searching for a single , unambiguous statement specifying multimedia on which everyone will agree , we will aim instead for a working understanding of the term . |