Example sentences of "and [adj] [pron] [be] [v-ing] for " in BNC.

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1 ‘ We believe that a bypass is what 's needed and all we are asking for is a feasibility study to be carried out , ’ Mr Melia said .
2 We need some help and all we 're asking for is a grant for help
3 But there are certain feelings and reactions in bereavement that are common to much of the animal kingdom , including the human race , and all who are caring for the bereaved need to be aware of them , as well as being ready to accept the tremendous range of responses that people can produce from time to time in their efforts to deal with their painful situation .
4 I 've spent a fortune in this place and all I 'm asking for is a reduction in the service charge . ’
5 We had the potent , theoretical motivator of vast unemployment in the area , and those who were working for us were considered to be the fortunate .
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