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supposed

[suh-pohzd, -poh-zid, suh-pohst] / səˈpoʊzd, -ˈpoʊ zɪd, səˈpoʊst /




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I have heard numerous new claims about supplements, diets and tech devices that are supposed to extend life.

From The Wall Street Journal

The State Bar has a general rule that lawyers are not supposed to pay “personal or business expenses.”

From Los Angeles Times

Throughout January, you can pay in both lev and euros, but change is supposed to be in euros.

From BBC

I didn’t feel any of the supposed magical bond between myself and the sea creatures.

From MarketWatch

The report Martin commissioned was, however, supposed to be the definitive word from the party, offering both a clear-eyed look back and a clarion way forward.

From Los Angeles Times