Example sentences of "[vb mod] be an [noun sg] for [det] " in BNC.
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| 1 | ‘ I saw that this cataclysm must be an expiation for some barbarous crime of civilization , some terrible human lie . |
| 2 | This might be an advantage for some , but these factors ‘ may not favour the extrovert student who prefers the companionship and competition of the classroom . |
| 3 | This might be an advantage for some , but as has been pointed out , the factor of isolation may not favour the extrovert student who prefers the companionship and competition of the classroom . |
| 4 | But it 'll be an excuse for another farewell binge . ’ |
| 5 | The government-sponsored loan guarantees could be an alternative for some airlines which have been seeking foreign partners , the Times said . |
| 6 | This may be an opportunity for some British haulage companies to expand their business . |
| 7 | I agree Gazza 's a brilliant player , who would be an asset for any club , but I really do n't think we should be getting too excited about this — how could we possibly afford him ? |
| 8 | Making love would be an exorcism for both of them . |
| 9 | Messengers were sent on ahead with a manifesto : Charles was coming to make good his rights ; there would be an amnesty for all who now came over to him ; those who refused to accept his God-given rule would have to quit his kingdom . |
| 10 | The first meeting will be an opportunity for those interested in teacher research to meet , to formally establish the group and create a programme of activities for the next year . |
| 11 | However , a private customer can be an expert for this purpose only if : ( 1 ) The firm reasonably believes that he has sufficient experience and understanding to waive the private customer protections and can produce evidence of that . |
| 12 | This can be an advantage for that reason , particularly if the bidder already owns a significant number of shares in the target which will reduce the pool of shares in respect of which the 75 per cent or 90 per cent threshold must be achieved . |