Example sentences of "[modal v] opt for a [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The real problem is that , because of the infighting between various entrenched interests , the Scottish Office may opt for a quiet life and the status quo . |
| 2 | Then the algorithm may opt for a particular child C on the basis of the gradient of f at N , but the gradient is misleading and in fact f ( C ) is much less then f(N) . |
| 3 | They also sensed that it would help them to make sure that managed competition was made to work ; they feared that , if it failed , politicians might opt for a government-run programme that would cut them out entirely . |
| 4 | This scepticism apart , most bass amp manufacturers would opt for a similar system if they thought the market would stand it , but realising that it places significant extra financial strain on the consumer , most do n't . |
| 5 | That sparked the supporter unrest with fans fearing that the club would opt for a local sell-off to ease their financial problems if a cross-channel bid failed to materialise . |
| 6 | But I would opt for a self-catering package which enable you to take full advantage of the excellent weekly markets . |
| 7 | To avoid this possibility , we can opt for a stratified sample . |
| 8 | Freddie Mercury fans can opt for a retrospective album of solo tracks , including the Christmas number one single contender — In My Defence . |
| 9 | If you do n't wish to take advantage of the Associate Membership you can opt for a free road atlas , worth £12.75 , instead . |