Example sentences of "we [modal v] [vb infin] a long " in BNC.

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1 and sometimes we 'll take a long weekend
2 We 'll have a long series of locks to navigate later — a bit trying for a novice .
3 We might wait a long time ! ’ he said .
4 It was a very clear day and we could see a long way .
5 Andrew played back sections so that we could take a long , hard and critical look at our technique .
6 ‘ I promise you that we will have a long talk — and sort out everything between us , once and for all , ’ he murmured , burying his face in her blonde hair for a moment , before raising himself up on an elbow to gaze down at her lovely face .
7 We can go a long way in the sociology of culture by studying cultural institutions , formations and means of production .
8 Erm I do n't think we can spend a long time considering them , it 's just if people bear me whisking through them our brains .
9 ‘ Yes , I know , but if you call early we can have a long talk . ’
10 yes , Okay , yes , I 'll see if we can have a long er coffee break , Peter !
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