Example sentences of "[noun pl] were set [adv] for " in BNC.

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1 The New Shed dealt with manufactured goods ( toys , groceries , hardware , etc. ) , the Old Down Shed with bulk traffic ( flour , grain , fresh fruit ) , and two special sheds were set aside for American and French imported goods .
2 In more remote areas reserves were set aside for the igi indigenous hab , inhabitants .
3 A further 100 seats were set aside for members to be appointed proportionally among political parties winning at least 5 per cent of the vote , including 20 reserved for overseas Chinese .
4 Traditionally , these days were set apart for special prayer and fasting .
5 Four aides-de-camp were appointed and apartments in the Tuileries were set aside for bedroom , study and play room .
6 Certain lands were set aside for the upkeep of religious and charitable foundations — the vakifs .
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