be expected

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Were that to begin, such an effort would be expected to take several months — at the very least.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

The credit knowledge and access gap is to be expected as a function of age and experience.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 17, 2026

For the most part, it’s been extremely top-heavy—which was always to be expected as the expanded 48-team field pulled in more minnows.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

Elsewhere, with winds switching between south and south-westerlies, temperatures more widely in the low to mid-20s Celsius can be expected on some days.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

I’m worried I’ll be expected to help her when the time comes.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline