Example sentences of "[to-vb] a [adj] moments [prep] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Few of us would be surprised to find an interviewer on our doorstep asking us to give a few moments of our time " to answer one or two questions " on our voting habits , which TV programmes we watch or which washing powder we use . |
| 2 | Dear Ralph It was a blessing to have met with you Wednesday night to share a few moments with a fellow Christian who like I has stumbled on the walk . |
| 3 | Trains had been laid on to despatch them to all parts of the country , so that for the rest of their lives they would be able to recall a few moments of honour , even glory . |
| 4 | She had managed , nevertheless , to seize a few moments with the erstwhile companion when the gentlemen returned , for Araminta had at once gone over to greet Mr Saul Quatt , who had , at her request , presided over the service in the local church — much to the chagrin of its incumbent , whose ruffled feathers Mrs Alderley had been obliged to smooth when she heard of the plan from him . |
| 5 | So she 'd be able to have a few moments of peace and quiet in which to interview the woman . |
| 6 | At this point , it might be appropriate to spend a few moments on a specifically Scottish aspect of the Bill . |
| 7 | I 'd like to take a few moments of your time … |