Example sentences of "and she [vb past] [adv prt] for " in BNC.

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1 There was no table set and she looked round for a sideboard that must house such things as cutlery .
2 They sat together and she reached out for his hand .
3 The blankets lay to one side of the fire and she reached out for them .
4 Sometimes Sheila got away from her family to come with her and she drove down for a few hours as well as now and again in the middle of the week .
5 In spite of her bulk she moved swiftly to grab the instrument , and she stepped back for fear it should be taken from her again .
6 Panic gave her the strength to break free , and she struck out for the side of the pool .
7 And she soldiered on for another 15 years before she finally died .
8 ‘ She said , ‘ This is what love is for — I 'm coming over , ’ and she set off for Rocamar and arrived at breakfast next day . ’
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