supposed to

Required to, as in He is supposed to call home . [Mid-1800s]
Intended to; also, believed to, expected to. For example, This pill is supposed to relieve your pain , or You're supposed to be my partner . [Early 1300s]
not supposed to . Not permitted to, as in You're not supposed to smoke in here .

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The emergency fund is supposed to cover up to $21 billion in damages on behalf of a utility company, but had only amassed $14.7 billion as of December 2024.

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Wednesday's report revealed the driver was supposed to check the sanding system, but was unable to do so because the train was parked next to a platform.

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The inquest at Essex Coroner's Court heard how Elise was supposed to be on one-to-one care at the St Aubyn's unit after several self-harm attempts.

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Essex area coroner Sonia Hayes said she was supposed to be observed when she was in isolated areas.

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How am I supposed to get through the day?

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