Example sentences of "[adv] a [adj] few [noun] " in BNC.

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1 Very often you will find that the bream have not disappeared entirely , but that the stocks have diminished to such an extent only a comparative few bream are left to enjoy the rich pickings .
2 He knew she was angry with him for allowing their daughter to join the hunt , traditionally something only a select few men were allowed the honour of , but she would see his way soon enough .
3 Written in a very attractive style this little publication is the ideal vehicle to while away a quiet few minutes and , at the same time , does something practical to help with the preservation of steam .
4 The local authority that owned the premises was ‘ privatizing ’ it , i.e. making a quick profit while there were still a fair few years on the lease .
5 He spurred onward a good few yards before he turned and shouted back over his shoulder : ‘ You 're always welcome with the Puckeridge at least ! ’
6 Then a last few weeks of freedom at High Brook .
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