Example sentences of "[prep] [verb] for a few [noun] " in BNC.

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1 He picked it up crossly , but after listening for a few moments , his expression softened and he nodded twice .
2 ‘ I tell you what , ’ he said , after thinking for a few seconds , ‘ as you 're so keen on horses why not come up to the farm when you 've got some time to spare and help my young niece in the stables ?
3 Wheel clamps are n't on the list yet , but it 's still worth asking for a few quid off your annual premium .
4 Heat the oil and gently fry the spring onions without browning for a few minutes .
5 On waking , try staying in bed on waking for a few minutes and let your mind try to recall .
6 He stood without moving for a few minutes and then he put out the light .
7 The time was after eleven and he was tired but he could never sleep without reading for a few minutes at least .
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