Example sentences of "be [noun] [prep] a few [noun pl] " in BNC.
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1 | After aggravation with an LM potency , there should be amelioration within a few days ( 24 hours in my experience ) , if there is a subsequent return of symptoms requiring the same remedy resume treatment not with the same potency but the next higher one . |
2 | I 've been friends for a few years with the head stalker of Corrour estate , Ted Piggott , and his wife Theresia . |
3 | There were problems in a few centres , perhaps because the idea of a closing date was new or perhaps because local computer systems caused delays . |
4 | The resultant paste is cask-conditions for a few days before bottling . |
5 | Let us suppose that your department is keen to try investigative work ; some have been on courses ; there is access to a few ideas from books and journals ; and the main concern is how people will cope personally and pedagogically in the classroom . |
6 | With the font world in a state of turmoil following the Apple/Microsoft deal it 's time for a few words about maintaining standards . |
7 | There was silence for a few moments . |
8 | There was silence for a few moments . |
9 | There was silence for a few minutes . |
10 | There was silence for a few seconds and then he said : ‘ And she 's your sister , is she ? ’ |
11 | There was silence for a few seconds and then she heard Meredith 's voice : ‘ Not to worry . |