Example sentences of "was [noun] for his [noun] " in BNC.

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1 He heaved again at the floor plate and there was room for his feet to slide down towards the blurred stones between the sleepers .
2 Militia sources reported that one of the main reasons for Geaga 's resignation was concern for his security .
3 Berowne 's only explanation had been that he felt it was time for his life to take a new direction .
4 For all his enjoyment of the work and the companionship of his team the lad was not sorry when the ground covered , about half an acre , showed that it was time for his midday snack .
5 There was once a king who decided that it was time for his son to marry .
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