Example sentences of "[adv] and for a [noun] [pron] " in BNC.

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1 Ramsey was sent to two dames ' schools in succession but learnt so little that his parents took him away and for a year he was taught at home by his mother .
2 The Ford driver gave nothing away and for a moment it looked as if there would be a confrontation with a juggernaut coming from London .
3 He smiled reassuringly and for a moment his expression softened .
4 It was not like Karr to use his privilege so crudely and for a moment he had been concerned by his friend 's behaviour .
5 ‘ Oh sir ! ’ said Mrs Crump faintly and for a moment she threatened to be the second act to Miss D'Arcy 's opener .
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