Example sentences of "[verb] [pron] be for [adj] [noun sg] " in BNC.

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1 I went to a local DIY store and picked out a can of own-brand paint which stated it was for exterior decoration .
2 ‘ Its distinctive feature is the outer wall facing what was for some time the running lines of the railway , though these tracks are now wholly within the works area , the main lines passing on the other side of the canal .
3 ‘ When you are with the only woman — the only one you think there is for that moment — you must love her and know her body as you would think a great musician would orchestrate a divine theme .
4 … or losing 7–1/7–2 to sheff weds in a mel sterland testimonial ( I think it was for fat mel )
5 Askari Security Services of Norwich said it was for poor work rate .
6 The police did n't say it was for public speaking .
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