Example sentences of "[noun sg] was looking for a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | If my understanding is correct , the boy was looking for a missing goat on the edge of the thicket when he was charged by a cow elephant and killed . |
| 2 | While these arrangements were being formulated , the developer was looking for a suitable building . |
| 3 | The Hospitality Inn was looking for a worthy home for unwanted furniture and bedding after refurbishment . |
| 4 | Staff were advised that the company was looking for a new property when the search for a new suitable area began and when Aldermaston had been identified as the place where the new offices were to be built . |
| 5 | base manager for WGOL who is also vice-chairman of the East Anglian branch of the Institute , commented : ‘ The agreement was reached because Trinity House was looking for a professional body to fill the void and the Institute has a good reputation and a presence in the majority of UK ports ’ . |
| 6 | Tilda had at first elaborated her story , saying that her mother was looking for a new Daddy , but her observation , quick as a bird 's flight , showed her that this was going too far , and she added that she and her sister prayed nightly to Our Lady of Fatima for her father 's return . |