Example sentences of "will [verb] a [adv] long time " in BNC.
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| 1 | We can assume that in a normal working session a lexicographer will spend a relatively long time thinking as opposed to manipulating text . |
| 2 | ‘ It will take a very long time before we can fully cooperate ’ , said Czech-born Thomas Messer . |
| 3 | Of course , that will take a very long time indeed . |
| 4 | The move towards economic sanctions is necessary , unfortunately , but sanctions will take a very long time to work . |
| 5 | New trees are being planted but it will take a very long time to repair the damage . |