Example sentences of "[prep] [v-ing] to [noun] for [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Most living reptiles and all of the primitive ones lay eggs , and this amniote egg , from which perfectly-formed baby reptiles hatch , marks the complete emancipation from the necessity of returning to water for reproduction . |
| 2 | Two years of applying to courts for arrears of maintenance have come to nothing . |
| 3 | The keepers of all precious stones and gems , dwarves are chary of speaking to humans for fear their treasures will be stolen . |
| 4 | If you qualify for Income Support then you may also receive , in addition to the allowances listed below , free NHS prescriptions , free dental treatment , help with the cost of travelling to hospital for NHS treatment and vouchers to help with the cost of glasses . |
| 5 | The Sea Rover episode was the only occasion I have known a smuggling vessel to be fired upon directly during my time with the customs , as a result of failing to heave-to for customs examination . |
| 6 | The result was that the man left walking the beat had little of interest to do by way of responding to requests for emergency services … |
| 7 | The Greek authorities protested when in January 1991 the US government warned its nationals against travelling to Greece for fear of Gulf-related incidents . |
| 8 | If it turns out to be ‘ right ’ ( the trade term for ‘ genuine ’ ) , it will be worth sending to Geneva for sale . |
| 9 | Jones played on , helping back row partner Adrian Varney grab two tries , before going to hospital for x-rays on his jaw . |
| 10 | Aberdeen 's European opponents Torino were playing in Serie A against Cagliari this afternoon before flying to Scotland for Wednesday 's Cup Winners Cup tie at Pittodrie . |
| 11 | A SICK Bosnian boy took a step closer to fleeing to Britain for specialist treatment after a fund-raising balloon race was a soar-away success . |