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Discover LudwigThe phrase "actually expects" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing someone's beliefs or assumptions about what should happen in a particular situation.
Example: "She actually expects everyone to arrive on time, despite the usual delays."
Alternatives: "truly anticipates" or "genuinely believes".
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But neither Mr. Ardino nor Ms. Engel actually expects a sale with all contents included.
"Nobody actually expects the fighting to stop in the short term," she said.
One actually expects more of them, which is a good sign.
Whether Gazprom actually expects to get that extra money is debatable.
I look around at all the other cars and suddenly realize that maybe no one actually expects you to reach your destination.
In "The Goat," Martin is not only in love with the goat, Sylvia — he is also in love with his wife, and runs into trouble because he actually expects her to understand his situation.
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These values imply an expectation of only 4 insertions between hits, which is lower than we actually expect.
I'm not actually expecting anyone to answer them.
"I actually expect it for any important change.
Italian sellers actually expect you to bargain down.
Moviegoers are actually expected to pay for this hollow uplift.
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