Example sentences of "[adv] [vb base] for a few [noun] " in BNC.
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1 | But the treatment has to be repeated because the Americans transplanted the gene into cells that only live for a few months . |
2 | Even if you only work for a few hours a week , take out professional indemnity insurance . |
3 | Just wait for a few days , and you will see . |
4 | Langstone and Portsmouth harbours best bet for a few flounder , with Eastern Roadd , Porchester and the Oyster Beds top areas . |
5 | Unfortunately this is a problem which faces both kites er and ospreys and , and some other birds of prey , so er we always look for a few losses , but we hope that nevertheless , in a good season like this , the birds will breed well enough to produce good numbers of young . |
6 | Then either leave to rehydrate , then eat or alternatively cook for a few minutes before eating . |
7 | Add a cinnamon stick or a few slices of fresh root ginger , then simmer for a few minutes — check it has a good flavour , then remove the spices and add 450g/1lb chopped rhubarb . |
8 | Rachel groaned as her alarm sounded the following Monday morning and , rolling over , she flicked the button to silence it , then lay for a few minutes staring at the ceiling . |
9 | Then relax for a few moments . |
10 | Now you 've worked through these 12 exercises , lightly jog for a few seconds and remember to jog where you can , whether it 's going for a bus or running up the stairs . |