to be expected
Example Sentences
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Experts have warned that due to climate change, this is to be expected.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
But one aspect of a fair justice system is for wrongdoers to face proportionate consequences—not to be shunned forever, but to be expected to own up, make amends, and, sometimes, pay a penalty.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
He needs to make those sorts of results the norm rather than occasional highs, but that's to be expected in a rookie season in someone so young - he is still only 18, remember.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 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
He didn’t know me as well as he knew Theo, so it was to be expected.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
