expected
Example Sentences
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He is expected to increase spending further - but will not be setting out any plans in his first Budget in October.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
The daughter of a nuclear submarine captain in Ledyard, Conn., she and her sister were expected to defend their positions at the dinner table.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
USC sophomore defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart is expected to miss the Trojans’ season opener against San Jose State, coach Lincoln Riley said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
The 23-year-old is expected to complete her move before next Thursday's Women's Super League transfer window deadline.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
Ma always wore her own hair in a low bun, and I’d half expected the hairdo to be matronly like hers.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
