supposed
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The better response is to keep capital formation alive and allow high prices to do what they are supposed to do: mobilize new supply, logistics improvements and investment.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
I was supposed to be flying to Milan in business class this weekend but my airline mistake fare was canceled.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The high-profile event in Kinshasa was supposed to have been attended by fans, along with DR Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi, according to Reuters.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Large numbers tend to wash over people, even if they understand they’re supposed to care.
From Salon • May 20, 2026
Tomorrow, when we’re supposed to celebrate my graduation.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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Words That Could Go Either Way: Synonyms for "Maybe"
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Unit 3: Compelling Evidence
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