Example sentences of "last a long time " in BNC.
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| 1 | As this is a new ( as opposed to a rebuilt second hand ) engine it should last a long time and parts are available worldwide . |
| 2 | Well-designed signs are expensive , but this expense is a good investment in that the signs will last a long time and help overcome the physical barriers of the library . |
| 3 | Good stakes can last a long time , but it does help if they are cut some months before they are used , and well seasoned . |
| 4 | The centre core gives ‘ durability ’ — they 'll last a long time and the overwrap improves the ‘ playability ’ or feel or response to the ball . |
| 5 | They should last a long time , and can be stripped down and boiled to clean them . |
| 6 | It was the only time I felt slightly frightened and that was mainly because I 'd heard that a posterior labour could last a long time — even 24 hours . |
| 7 | Baby mesomorphs have a large appetite , and like to make feeds last a long time . |
| 8 | ‘ Rachel 's cot cost £130 and we bought a horsehair mattress for it which cost £50 — expensive but it will last a long time . |