Example sentences of "[to-vb] for a few minutes [prep] " in BNC.
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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 . |