be expected to do something
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Meaning · English
Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
Register: neutral
Sources & notes
Everyday learner phrase (CEFR B2); level cross-referenced from published learner lists. Definition pending editorial review.
Common questions
What does “be expected to do something” mean?
Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
Is “be expected to do something” formal or informal?
be expected to do something is generally neutral.