Example sentences of "and it [modal v] take some [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | It is a mistake to be too ambitious to begin with , for when 50 or so near maturity they will require lots of food and it may take some gathering . |
| 2 | The trade gap looks appalling and it may take some time before we see a significant drop in consumer spending . |
| 3 | Unemployment traditionally lags other economic indicators in a recovery and it will take some time before firms feel sure enough of the trend to consider expanding workforces again . |
| 4 | This bringing of the people of God back to personal thankfulness for their place in Christ is one of the vital functions of worship , and it can take some time . |
| 5 | When friends fall out the mess can be considerable and it can take some time for the wounds to heal . |