expect

verb6

1. •
   to think that something is likely to happen

   • when you least expect it
   • I expect to be able to walk again after getting over my broken leg.
2. •
   To be pregnant, to consider a baby due.

   • We are expecting our third in June.
3. •
   To consider obligatory or required.

   • England expects that every man will do his duty. — 1805
4. •
   To consider reasonably due.

   • My parents expected too much of me when I was in college.
   • You are expected to get the task done by the end of next week.
5. •
   (no longer used) To wait for; to await.

   • Let's in, and there expect their coming. — 1596
6. •
   (no longer used) To wait; to stay.

   • I will 'expect until my change in death, / And answer at Thy call — 1636