Example sentences of "[Wh adv] [pers pn] [vb past] a long [noun sg] " in BNC.
Next page| No | Sentence |
|---|---|
| 1 | Michael pointed out how he had a long curve along the top of the board 's edge , and only a small curve at the bottom . |
| 2 | That is why I allowed a long run on question 1 today — It was longer than I would normally allow . |
| 3 | McCarthy 's mistake came in the 76th minute when he allowed a long ball to go over his head , and Guy Whittingham nipped in for the equaliser . |
| 4 | When he finally relinquished his business in 1868 Sampson moved to 165 Whitham Road , Broomhill where he enjoyed a long retirement as the Sheffield Telegraph noted : |
| 5 | That 's why it took a long time for the light to get to you . ’ |