Example sentences of "[vb infin] [noun] for [art] long [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | A wall that has been damp will often contain moisture for a long time after the cause has been remedied , so it is better to allow the walls to dry out naturally , although anti-damp paint could be used to allow the room to be decorated before the wall has dried out . |
| 2 | This can be less stressful for the dog , because its stomach will probably contain food for a longer period . |
| 3 | Let's take Ben for a long walk , eh ? |
| 4 | We called on the Attorney-General to refer his case to the Appeal Court so that the sentence could be increased to one which would protect women for a long time . |
| 5 | Probably not , but the possibility would haunt Eddie for a long while . |