Example sentences of "be in for the [adj] " in BNC.
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1 | We are in for the long-term benefits which imply a long-term strategy and involvement ’ . |
2 | And with Robert Jones — another triumphant Lion of '89 — the ace in the Welsh scheme , Australia are in for the biggest examination of their status since they acquired it at Twickenham last year . |
3 | That fine weather will contin ue this afternoon , with plenty of sunshine , although the east coast again could be in for the odd shower . |
4 | Booze companies fear that tobacco 's closest relation may be in for the same treatment : there have been rumours that a directive is being prepared . |
5 | Inevitably , months later , some actor will hiss , ‘ Heard you were in for the first half the other night , ’ prompting instant fabrication of husband having a miscarriage and mad cow disease in row F ) . |
6 | We were in for the worst . |
7 | Tax band:Letters will start going out in mid-January informing all householders of the band which their home is in for the new council tax . |
8 | Chalmers will be at Netherdale this afternoon hoping to see his club finish off their Division I season with a win over Gala , but no matter what happens , Melrose — Andy Purves is in for the injured Gary Parker — will be presented with the Championship Trophy after the match by the Scottish Rugby Union president , Robin Charters . |