Example sentences of "[prep] [noun sg] [noun pl] [prep] [art] few " in BNC.
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| 1 | Despite predictions from the FFA that drift-netting would bring about the collapse of albacore stocks within a few years , the Japanese delegation steadfastly refused to make any concessions . |
| 2 | If you can occupy a unit of Elf archers for a few turns then the exchange can sometimes be worth it . |
| 3 | Releasing a collection of radio sessions with a few previously unavailable songs in perfect timing for Christmas does appear to be begging for critical crucifixion . |
| 4 | China 's emissions of carbon dioxide , principally from its burgeoning coal industry , are increasing to the point where it is expected to become the largest single contributor of greenhouse gases within a few decades . |
| 5 | Apart from union complaints about the few jobs generated , there is little sign that the much vaunted investments in high technology are pulling the French out of recession , once a basic tenet of the Chevenement philosophy . |
| 6 | The decision to cut the federal funds rate — the level at which banks borrow from each other overnight — from 4 to 33/4 p.c. is a far cry from market concerns of a few weeks ago that the Fed might soon tighten monetary policy . |
| 7 | Abbey Burnfoot fished well over low water on night tides for a few decent codling . |
| 8 | Most of the mileage was on tarmac roads with a few miles cross country and admittedly , I did not have to use low ratio at any time . |
| 9 | We shall be continuing our more detailed look at factory shops in a few weeks ' time . |