Example sentences of "[modal v] take [art] long time [to-vb] " in BNC.
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| 31 | The trouble has been , however , that with the longer construction periods for nuclear stations and the further period before their cheaper running costs will allegedly show up , it can take a long time to see which way the scales really tip . |
| 32 | But it also makes everything quite difficult to fully understand as it can take a long time to see what is really being said . |
| 33 | The flight action is superb although it can take a long time to get to grips with all the features of the program . |
| 34 | Be warned though : commercial music can take a long time to clear and can also be expensive . |
| 35 | Cuffs and hem are knitted , and though this does n't suit everyone — the knitting can take a long time to dry out if it gets wet — I do n't find it unacceptable . |