explaining expectations
noun phraseUK /ɪkˈspleɪnɪŋ ˌekspekˈteɪʃənz/
US /ɪkˈspleɪnɪŋ ˌekspekˈteɪʃənz/
Telling someone clearly what you want them to do.
The teacher spent the first day explaining expectations for homework and classroom behavior.
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2. Making clear the standards someone should meet in a job or activity.
The coach was explaining expectations about practice attendance to the new players.
3. Describing what will happen or what someone should anticipate.
Before the field trip, the guide was explaining expectations about timing and safety.
4. Telling a child or student the behavior you want to see.
Mom was explaining expectations about sharing toys with his little sister.