Example sentences of "this [noun sg] for a [adj] years " in BNC.
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| 1 | They would rather continue earning this money for a few years with the hope of becoming financially independent , thus broadening their options and opportunities . |
| 2 | Such a person should , I think , be prepared to act in this capacity for a few years to ensure continuity . |
| 3 | Bards would sing of this moment for a thousand years . |
| 4 | I 've had this shrub for a few years now but it has been a bit reluctant to bloom . |
| 5 | We could learn much from CPRE which has been administering a Campaign Fund for this purpose for a few years . |