Example sentences of "to [v-ing] for [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ If we abandon nuclear power , we abandon them to competing for declining energy sources at a price they will clearly not be able to afford . ’ |
| 2 | Rude , but true , because not for another two decades did the Scottish capital get around to paying for proper effluent disposal into the River Forth . |
| 3 | Resources which could be spent on health have been diverted to waiting for ill health and then trying to do something about it , usually with only limited effect . |
| 4 | Wool , beef , dairy products , and cereals became more and more commercial sources of wealth , as opposed to providing for local self-sufficiency , and were concentrated in the areas most suited to their cheap production . |
| 5 | Their goals cover an infinite range , from the manufacturing of nappies to campaigning for free abortion . |
| 6 | Today 's readings are taken from a book called A Cup of Water written by Janet Lacey who has devoted many years of her life to working for Christian Aid . |
| 7 | Through extensive interviews , it focuses on the lives of 15 British men and women , aged between 70 and 90 , who have dedicated half a century or longer to working for social change and justice . |