Example sentences of "[was/were] [pron] [noun sg] for a [adj] " in BNC.

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1 She was my friend for a long time because we got on really well together .
2 He went out with Naomi for a few minutes and then it was my turn for a little chat .
3 But his parents ' place in Hemlock Road was their base for a long time .
4 This time it was his turn for a dull flush to warm the tan on his cheeks .
5 I remember their leader turning to go and wondering whether that was his signal for an all-out attack .
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