Example sentences of "[modal v] [verb] a long and " in BNC.
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| 1 | It would cause a long and harsh ‘ nuclear winter ’ with Arctic conditions and continuous darkness . |
| 2 | Obviously you will need a longer and wider piece of wood than the size of the cutlery blank . |
| 3 | Many vignerons , however , will wait until the fourth or fifth year to avoid over-straining the young vines , which in turn will ensure a longer and more productive life . |
| 4 | ‘ His investigative talent , which he displayed in this instance , will no doubt stand him in good stead in the future and I hope that he will have a long and distinguished career , ’ he said . |
| 5 | A new dinghy class with an official imprimatur can expect a long and lucrative life . |
| 6 | You can expect a long and happy life if you give up serious music . |
| 7 | As long as he keeps out of the washing machine , the vet says Pristine Priskin can expect a long and happy life . |
| 8 | ‘ When that happens , you can anticipate a long and difficult birth . ’ |