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expects

The correct spelling is expects.

How to pronounce expects

verb

Say it like: Exp-ect-s

The correct spelling is expects. To predict or believe that something will happen For example: "He never expected to be discovered."

Usage Examples

He never expected to be discovered.

You are expected to get the task done by the end of next week.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To predict or believe that something will happen
  2. 2.To consider obligatory or required.
  3. 3.To consider reasonably due.
  4. 4.(continuous aspect only, of a woman or couple) To be pregnant, to consider a baby due.
  5. 5.To wait for; to await.

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