Example sentences of "only [vb base] for a [adj] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Public-sector contracts anyway only account for a small proportion of Olivetti 's sales , says Mr De Benedetti . |
| 2 | Their heroes reflect their psychological needs ; disappointed by the weak father , they not only look for a strong one but try to identify with men who fulfil at the same time infantile and sadistic fantasies , such as Che Guevara or Mao Tsetung … |
| 3 | It is important to note that such courses only last for a MAXIMUM DURATION OF 12 MONTHS . |
| 4 | But the treatment has to be repeated because the Americans transplanted the gene into cells that only live for a few months . |
| 5 | Martin Cruz Smith has an intriguing hero to play with ; if he could only Strive For a Decisive Upswing in Plot Design , his mastery of the chilly thriller would be complete . |
| 6 | Seeds may be collected but be quick as they only float for a short time . |
| 7 | Even if you only work for a few hours a week , take out professional indemnity insurance . |