Example sentences of "[adv] hoped for a [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | In 1960 EFTA still hoped for a multilateral solution , within the ambit of the OECD , to the economic differences between the two organisations . |
| 2 | They had both hoped for a classic siege manoeuvre : a complete blockade of supplies , followed when the city was weak by an assault over ditches infilled by themselves , and preceded by feints , night attacks and heavy bombardment . |
| 3 | The affair had dominated relations between the two countries , and Rocard now hoped for a fresh start , although Bolger noted that they would have to " agree to differ " over French nuclear policy . |
| 4 | Before the election many UN officials had privately hoped for a close result . |
| 5 | The partisans too hoped for a quick end . |