'V n (Relational)' - Construction 14
| Name: | the last a length of time construction |
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| Description: | An event takes place over a period of time. The NP following the verb indicates the time. |
| Verbs: | fill, last, occupy, take |
| Example: | The meeting lasted two days… (BNC) |
| Membership: | Relational; characteristics; time |
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