Example sentences of "[be] [verb] [verb] for some time " in BNC.

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1 Past changes in both relative equity and gilt prices have a negative influence on future expectations although interest differentials ( RATE ) are expected to persist for some time .
2 Captain Mark Phillips had been expected to remain for some time in his cottage on the estate , where he has lived since the marriage broke up three years ago .
3 Also , the fresh tap water should be allowed to stand for some time before being offered to the cat , to allow the chemicals to dissipate .
4 Helen had been trying to learn for some time , but she found it very hard although Tony was endlessly patient with her .
5 This mortaring is going to continue for some time . ’
6 Pioneer must be assuming this trend is going to continue for some time ; its Wakefield plant does not go fully on line until 1994 .
7 The trial was expected to continue for some time and it was widely believed that evidence would be given which would incriminate politicians still active .
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