expected
Example Sentences
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"Of course, we expected long overdue books to be returned, but certainly not something from the late 19th century!"
From BBC β Sep. 16, 2026
The Fed is widely expected to raise its benchmark rate for the first time since 2023.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 16, 2026
An environmental impact assessment found that the dredging in nearby Malakal Harbour -- expected to start this year -- will cause the loss of 4.26 hectares of coral, impacting endangered turtles, fish and dugong.
From Barron's β Sep. 16, 2026
Hilton’s family said they expected the internet personality would remain in residential treatment for at least several more weeks, potentially longer, and does not have his phone or laptop.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 16, 2026
I hadn’t expected him to be so fusty.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
