Example sentences of "[modal v] [verb] for many [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | Pvc liners ( some are reinforced with nylon or Terylene ) should last for many years , but do n't be too influenced by the strength claims of the reinforced liners — the most likely cause of damage is piercing ( from a stone , children poking sharp sticks into the pond , or accidents with the garden fork ) , and the reinforcement used wo n't do much to avoid this kind of mishap . |
| 2 | Choose a large bucket with a metal handle and it should last for many years . |
| 3 | David Lee from ENERGIZE thinks Electro is on its way back , and could speak for many hours about the halcyon days before Electro meant toddlers break-dancing in the streets , title-dropping classics like Man Parrish 's ‘ Hip Hop Be Bop ’ , early Mantronix , and Shannon . |
| 4 | The view is likely to be controversial , as other research indicates that ozone loss could be worse than previously thought and that the problem could last for many generations . |
| 5 | Following such treatment , there was a significant change in the numbers of these organisms in the patients ' bowels and this change could last for many weeks or months , during which time the patient continued to improve . |
| 6 | The shining Gaggia dispensed one-and-a-half inches of bitter froth into an earthenware cup , and for two shillings lovers could sit for many hours in the dark brown shadows , with a bowl of brown sugar between them . |
| 7 | This may happen for many reasons beside business failure — for example , simple bad luck in the shape of injury , illness or death to someone who is vital to the business 's continuing success . |
| 8 | An individual 's diet may vary for many reasons and while starvation is unusual in the Western world because of the availability of food , it is still possible for people in the West to suffer from inadequate nutrition . |
| 9 | It would persist for many generations . |
| 10 | He felt he needed professional help , and entered into analysis that would continue for many years to come . |
| 11 | Remaining stocks ( in electrical equipment , mostly ) are being burned , but traces will remain for many years . |
| 12 | I have not met many Scottish people who wish to be left exposed to the nuclear blackmail that could come from the huge nuclear arsenal which will remain for many years on the continent and in Russia . |
| 13 | Clive Exon who adapted Poirot for television and also scripted the current play believes Christie 's work will survive for many years to come . |
| 14 | The decision takes immediate effect and will remove for many workers the threat of reprisal from aggrieved party officials . |
| 15 | In either advertising or public relations you will work for many clients with a multitude of problems and try to offer them solutions . |
| 16 | There is Jonas to support also , and in the way of nature he will live for many years . |
| 17 | The clean-up will continue for many months while the outcome of the official inquiry will be eagerly awaited . |
| 18 | The pension contribution will continue for many years . |
| 19 | The pension contribution will continue for many years . |
| 20 | Only one thing is certain : the search will continue for many years to come . |
| 21 | The process of completion and deepening of this Community will continue for many years into the future . |
| 22 | Although production will continue for many years yet , I feel it is time to record what historical production data is available before records are lost and memories fade . |
| 23 | A good varnish brush is expensive — a 2in brush can cost as much as £10 , but when used correctly and cleaned properly after use , it will last for many years and produce excellent results . |
| 24 | Though it is a sensitive plant , it is quite a good one to grow , as once established it will develop into a sturdy cluster which will last for many years . |
| 25 | By the time we reach the mid-twenties a distinct and enduring pattern will have developed and that pattern will last for many years . |
| 26 | They are usually very well made , and although there are always some relatively shoddy examples on the market , the vast majority are extremely durable ; provided they are treated with a reasonable degree of care , they will last for many years . |
| 27 | But wool is a marvellous rug-making material and , provided that a few simple precautions are taken , your oriental rug will last for many years . |
| 28 | A properly conducted Proving may last for many months . |
| 29 | Ants such as leaf cutters , which use reliable supplies of food , lay more permanent scent trails and these may last for many months . |
| 30 | Working , living and playing together in the knowledge that this may continue for many years to come increases the pressure to conform to the wishes of the group . |