Example sentences of "[to-vb] [prep] [art] [det] minutes [prep] " in BNC.
Next page| No | Sentence |
|---|---|
| 1 | It became the Chancellor 's habit to interrupt his morning procession to work for a few minutes of Cabinet Room conversation with the Prime Minister . |
| 2 | Mustard should be allowed to stand for a few minutes after mixing and before serving to allow the flavour to develop , but mix little and often the flavour will be retained but the pungency will soon be lost . |
| 3 | Remove the meat from the pan and allow to stand for a few minutes before slicing . |
| 4 | Sprinkle the yeast over the water in a cup and leave to stand for a few minutes in a warm place before stirring to completely dissolve the yeast . |
| 5 | It should also help if you leave the paper to rest for a few minutes before stretching with gum strip . |
| 6 | Air is so vital that it is only possible to live for a few minutes without it . |