supposed
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Dahlia Lithwick: This is a speech that’s supposed to be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
A spokesperson for the California Department of Public Health said the draft regulations, which under state law were supposed to be implemented by Jan. 1, 2026, are being revised after “valued stakeholder feedback” it received.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Ms. Hochul’s focus is supposed to be on improving the state so that they want to come back.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
He moved into a rented home in a quiet neighborhood on the outskirts of Buenos Aires where he was supposed to receive round-the-clock home care.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
“Where have you been? You’re supposed to be upstairs.”
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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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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