Example sentences of "has [prep] [art] [adj] time [vb past] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Given that many of these theories require extremely detailed specifications of grammar rules and lexical entries this has for a long time formed an obstacle to the production of general systems . |
| 2 | Coatings company International Lory has for the second time completed a year without a single lost day accident . |
| 3 | For example , a recent act of Parliament has for the first time enabled citizens to own and operate radio stations . |
| 4 | For example , a recent act of Parliament has for the first time enabled citizens to own and operate radio stations . |
| 5 | The UK government has for the first time ruled out the award of oil and gas exploration licences in certain areas on environmental grounds . |
| 6 | While attempting to give financial autonomy to schools the government has at the same time failed to help the market — that is , parents and pupils — to decide what subjects should be studied . |
| 7 | It has in the past happened that a client has been advised by the agent to amend an order , has entirely agreed with that advice , but has at the same time pointed out that his authority does not extend to giving a final decision , and this can be awkward . |