Example sentences of "[modal v] take [adv] a long [noun] " in BNC.
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1 | But it 'll take quite a long time for them to go though . |
2 | The rehabilitation process may take quite a long period of time and will involve giving the patient enough support to boost his confidence and promote independence . |
3 | We 'll have to see how she responds to treatment , but it may take quite a long time . ’ |
4 | However , if a tank bottom with some peat and gravel or sand is provided it will establish well , but will take quite a long time . |
5 | So it can take quite a long time to process applications to that point . |