Example sentences of "expect a [adj] standard of " in BNC.
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| 1 | Robert did not like to think of himself as a snob , but , had he been in charge of the Independent Wimbledon Day Islamic Boys ’ School , he would have expected a higher standard of civility from the cleaning staff . |
| 2 | Guests can expect a fantastic standard of both accommodation and service , and we think the food 's pretty good as well ! |
| 3 | What appalling style , even twenty years ago one could expect a better standard of English . |
| 4 | The level of tuition fees charged to students gives them the right to expect a professional standard of service , particularly with regard to test-marking ; the Education Service is judged , to a considerable extent , by that criterion . |
| 5 | Even homeless people have a right to expect a reasonable standard of accomodation . |