What does "Expect" mean?

thought or believed something would happen

Synonym: anticipated Opposite: unexpected

"Expect" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

MR. WINEBURG: It's so wonderful to see you again, my dear, in fact I hardly expected to see so much.

— Friends S2E24

I expect they're saying hello

— Peppa Pig S4E37

I confirmed with Raskin Design and they're expecting the both of you in an hour.

— The Office S6E8

It just wasn't what I was expecting.

— Young Sheldon S1E15

You expect me to avoid...

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S3E7

Yes, he's expecting you.

— Desperate Housewives S1E6

This is where the boy who died grew up, and his parents are expecting you.

— Gossip Girl S1E17

I'm expecting someone.

— Grey's Anatomy S3E8

"Expect" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 13 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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