expect

Pronunciation

/ɪkˈspɛkt/

Verb: To anticipate or look forward to something happening or someone doing something; to consider it likely or certain based on prior knowledge or experience.
- Example: “I expect the package to arrive tomorrow.”
- “She expects her children to do their homework before playing video games.”
Verb: To have a particular belief about what will happen in the future or what should be the case.
- Example: “We expect him to succeed in his new job.”
- “They expected the weather to improve by the weekend.”
Verb: (formal) To require or demand something as reasonable or necessary.
- Example: “The company expects its employees to adhere strictly to the dress code.”

“Expect the unexpected”: This phrase suggests being prepared for surprises or unforeseen events.
“To live up to expectations”: To meet or fulfill the requirements, standards, or predictions that others have set for one’s performance or behavior.
“Expectation management”: The process of setting and aligning realistic expectations with outcomes, particularly in professional or organizational contexts.

Verb (anticipation): “I’m expecting a call from the doctor soon.”
Verb (belief): “We expect the project to finish ahead of schedule.”
Verb (requirement): “As part of your role, you’re expected to attend all team meetings.”