Example sentences of "expect [det] [noun sg] [prep] [pos pn] [noun] " in BNC.

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1 The tension drifted from Blufton 's eyes , as if he had expected another challenge to his veracity .
2 ‘ I did n't expect this treatment from my father 's oldest friend , ’ said Monks angrily , sitting down with a frown on his face .
3 If he condemns people who are outperforming his members , he can hardly expect much respect for their standards .
4 After being taken over by the Catuvellauni they had a right to expect some restoration of their territories .
5 I 'm expecting another call from our informant .
6 Roche took St Jovite into No. 1 spot , but the photo went against him and Dr Devious 's trainer Peter Chapple-Hyam expects more improvement from his horse .
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