Example sentences of "[adj] length of time [pers pn] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Therefore property passed to him when after a reasonable length of time he had failed to object . |
| 2 | ‘ Is that the normal length of time he goes for ? ’ |
| 3 | Most have bodies with a skin so soft , thin and permeable that if they are exposed to direct sunshine for any length of time they dry out and die . |
| 4 | The last thing in the world she had thought of becoming was a parson 's wife , and if she were to consider it for any length of time she would refuse through lack of courage . |
| 5 | Claudia started more coffee , reflecting that if Dana was going to stay for any length of time she would need fresh supplies . |
| 6 | When you have used a certain rod for any length of time you become accustomed to its ‘ feel ’ . |
| 7 | Before you leave your desk for any length of time you load Back Soon which gives you a choice of messages to display . |
| 8 | If she 'd been staying on the boat for any length of time it would have been necessary to find somewhere to go for a shower or a bath , but it did n't look as if that particular problem would arise . |