Example sentences of "[adv] [v-ing] for a [adj -er] " in BNC.
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1 | The band of fluctuation either side of the new parities was widened from 1 per cent to 2.25 per cent , thus allowing for a larger margin of exchange rate fluctuation before official intervention was required . |
2 | If charged by a powerful enemy they can turn and flee away , hopefully regrouping for a later return . |
3 | The President had also apparently abandoned his aim of holding the first round of legislative elections on Oct. 25 [ see p. 39086 ] , and agreed to reschedule them for late November ( with a number of opposition parties still calling for a further postponement ) . |
4 | or individuals possibly working for a higher degree , have gathered information and analysed it . |
5 | The TV companies that own ITN are also clamouring for a higher bid . |
6 | Therefore I am now looking for a larger tank . |
7 | Leigh is now looking for a larger space . |
8 | Thousands of refugees in Afghanistan who 've fled conflict and civil war are now preparing for a further challenge … the bitter winter ahead . |
9 | A growing number of nurses are making a personal contribution to clinical research : some are even aiming for a higher degree . |
10 | Christopher Columbus was actually looking for a quicker route to the heart of Indonesia when he stumbled on America . |