Example sentences of "would [vb infin] [adv] for a [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Sometimes she would stay away for a day or two . |
| 2 | Instead of a plot of intertwined complication , which would do nicely for a book in which its unravelling was the whole of the matter , you might well find that a plot which consisted of only one major twist or deception would suit you best . |
| 3 | I am would claim now for a man who has a disability claim . |
| 4 | A plan occurred to her ; she and Lucy would go away for a weekend to the heart of the country , roses round the door , and find out how they would be lovers . |
| 5 | Once or twice a year I would go home for a weekend to see my mother . |
| 6 | We close on Wednesday afternoons and every Wednesday Maurice and Alfred would come here for a sort of high tea , presided over by granny . ’ |