Example sentences of "[adv] [adj] for " in BNC.
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| 1 | Marjorie turned over in bed with a deep , sobbing sigh , and he felt vaguely and wearily sorry for whatever unhappiness she was feeling in her sleep . |
| 2 | The idea of European citizenship may , however , seem a little absurd for those English fans who spend most of their time abroad abusing foreigners and orchestrating international hooligan networks . |
| 3 | For every bright-eyed wagon train or trail blazing adventure , there are a dozen Westerns dealing with lawmen or outlaws who have outlived their times and now find themselves constrained by the pettiness of a civilisation which is rarely grateful for the way they have cleared the ground for its progress . |
| 4 | Over the last few months we 've had a number of queries from hobbyists concerning fish which they have bought for their community tanks , which despite advice from their dealer , have turned out to be most unsuitable for such a set up . |
| 5 | The year 1955 was most memorable for what was probably the high point of Sukarno 's presidency , the Bandung Conference , which assembled in April . |
| 6 | She 'd feel a little sorry for the little girl if she blacked out in the race and fell under all those hooves . |
| 7 | And also I was a little sorry for him . |
| 8 | She was a little sorry for him , but also glad that she had improved her position since they last met . |
| 9 | Although Jessamy still felt a little sorry for Eleanor , she did n't want to stay in the same room as her . |
| 10 | She was relieved to be out in the cool night air , but the journey home was an awkward one and she felt a little sorry for herself as she waited for her second bus . |
| 11 | ‘ I should n't think there have been any shortage of women in your life who would have been delighted to make a home for you anywhere in the world ! ’ she told him waspishly , disliking the way he was making her feel a little sorry for him . |
| 12 | I felt a little sorry for the old fellow . |
| 13 | ‘ I like the walrus best ’ , … ‘ because he was a little sorry for the poor oysters . ’ |
| 14 | Among the many cathedrals with Norman remains , it is most usual for the nave to be unaltered — the eastern arm and transepts were generally enlarged later to provide more accommodation . |
| 15 | I would be most grateful for any assistance offered . |
| 16 | Central Council is most grateful for the generous support that has led to this successful outcome . |
| 17 | They are most grateful for a pump within yards of their homes , instead of having to walk a long way to a dirty water-hole . |
| 18 | We 're most grateful for your help , and apologize again for having to disturb you . |
| 19 | This is good news indeed and the students and families concerned are most grateful for all the support which helped bring about such a satisfactory outcome . |
| 20 | ‘ And I really am most grateful for your errand . ’ |
| 21 | I was most grateful for your hospitality on board ship , and wanted to offer you a small token of my appreciation . ’ |
| 22 | Please note that we would be most grateful for any handouts or further information you would like to send us . |
| 23 | I would be most grateful for any information you may have pertaining to the RLS centenary be it an update of your present events or any contacts you may know of . |
| 24 | in my area , and we are most grateful for that . |
| 25 | I am most grateful for your assistance , Mr. Speaker . |
| 26 | In the last day or two , I have had some very positive comments about it and am most grateful for the amount of work done by all concerned . |
| 27 | I 'm most grateful for his help with the boat . ’ |
| 28 | Following this example , and that of Cathy Donaldson , Elizabeth Anne Crawford also took ‘ time off ’ from work , and we were most grateful for her banking expertise . |
| 29 | This wonderfully rich and moist fruit cake may be a little strong for many young children 's tastes , but it is a lovely alternative for an older child , for a special occasion such as Christmas , or when the cake needs to be kept for some time . |
| 30 | The member stiffened , then edged away in a fading mum-ble : ‘ Well , I suppose things must be rather trying for you , what with … ’ |