Example sentences of "[verb] a few [prep] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Now I 've had a few in succession , it has given me a lot more confidence . |
| 2 | Meanwhile , make the dips : place half the soured cream in a small bowl , and stir in most of the chives , reserving a few for garnish . |
| 3 | Stir in the cottage cheese and the prawns , reserving a few for decoration . |
| 4 | I always keep a few in stock ( Rule 17A ) ; they 're cheap enough and ever so impressive in the morning afters . |
| 5 | Drive in the spade again , about 2–3 inches ( 5- 8cm ) from the cuttings slit , and lever the soil over tight against the cuttings — check this by taking a few between thumb and finger , and try to lift them : they should be quite firm . |
| 6 | Interestingly enough , the US Navy took a few on board for evaluation , designating them XF2L–1s , but placed no orders . |
| 7 | Reserve a few for garnish . |
| 8 | Buy the shirts large and have a few for variety . |