Example sentences of "[vb infin] for a [adj] [conj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | And , therefore , the argument is of people whose backs are pinned to the wall before they 're questioned as it were , and that does n't make for a sober and calm discussion , especially as there is some doubt , I suspect , in the mind of ministers , but certainly in the mind of many people in the Conservative Party , about whether these great absolutes , this wall against which ministers and departments are nailed , really need exist in quite the form it 's being constructed or whether the whole issue could n't be handled in a rather more sensitive and relaxed way . |
| 2 | While Hoving 's career at the Met could make for a juicy and fascinating story , Making the Mummies Dance proves that he is not the man to tell it . |
| 3 | BA chief executive Tim Godfray said the attractive location should make for a popular and well-attended conference . |
| 4 | After another meeting on June 11 in Prague , Klaus said on June 12 that " if we ca n't form a reasonable state , we shall opt for a reasonable and quiet separation " . |
| 5 | What I do mean is that although most women do hope for a happy and loving relationship with their husbands , the attainment of this is not the purpose of marriage . |
| 6 | SAFETY watchdogs have banned a toy which they fear children could mistake for a sweet and choke on . |
| 7 | Harry always looked immaculate and unruffled , and he was one of those players upon whom the Manager , his team colleagues and supporters can always rely for a composed and controlled performance . |
| 8 | Bloody hell , I 'd even settle for a monthly but Punch should n't be allowed to just expire . |