be expected

Example Sentences

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But the agency Hamilton would be expected to run is having a disaster of its own.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

The passengers and crew who were on board the MV Hondius will have spent 72 hours isolating at Arrowe Park Hospital in Wirral and will be expected to isolate for another 42 days at home.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Oil prices have risen less than could be expected given the largest oil supply disruption in the history of the market, analysts at Morgan Stanley say in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

And the Lakers — loaded with trade ammunition and cap space and forever wishing on star players — are going to be expected to make a play.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

That it’s to be expected, given that he’s their contractor.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam