Example sentences of "[vb pp] for a few seconds " in BNC.
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| 1 | The tape crackled for a few seconds and then hummed as he replaced the receiver . |
| 2 | If the nose is dropping in spite of pulling back and hitting the back stop , this is a clear indication that the glider is stalled , and a forward movement is needed for a few seconds to let the wing unstall . |
| 3 | The big man thought for a few seconds , then laughed . |
| 4 | He looked very serious , and thought for a few seconds . |
| 5 | Although aware he was an android , she had thought for a few seconds before removing her clothes . |
| 6 | ‘ May I still have the interview with you which you promised ? ’ she asked straight out — and thought for a few seconds , as he looked sternly at her , that she had blown it , and that he had taken the strongest exception to her reminding him of his promise . |
| 7 | Lacuna 's eyes closed for a few seconds . |
| 8 | He stood there slightly bent for a few seconds holding his stomach and then he staggered and slowly fell to the floor . |
| 9 | The creature staggered for a few seconds and turned to scream . |