Example sentences of "[pers pn] [am/are] expect [verb] [adj] [noun] " in BNC.
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| 1 | You are expected to take adequate steps to protect yourself . |
| 2 | Is it because you are expected to express good wishes or thanks , or because you are old and wise and expected to give advice , or because you are an extrovert and known for being humorous , because you are closely related to the other members of the family , or because you are a friend who has known the bride and groom for many years ? |
| 3 | You soon realise that you 're expected to play straight man , but it 's hard to complain . |
| 4 | We are expected to make seasonal adjustments to change our clothes , make-up and even our bodies in accordance with fashion . |
| 5 | Mobility for women who make up 45 per cent of the labour force involves little choice once they reach the 25–30 age group when they are expected to take temporary retirement into marriage . |