specifying expectations
phraseUK /ˈspɛsɪfaɪɪŋ ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃənz/
US /ˈspɛsəˌfaɪɪŋ ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃənz/
Telling someone clearly what you want them to do.
The teacher spent the first day specifying expectations for classroom behavior.
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2. Writing down exactly what results are required in a project or job.
The contract includes a section specifying expectations for delivery times.
3. Explaining the rules and behavior wanted from team members.
Before the game, the coach was specifying expectations about fair play.
4. Making clear what someone can expect from a service or product.
The hotel's website is specifying expectations for check-in and check-out.