1. beliefs or assumptions about what will happen in the future
Usage: plural form of expectation
2. standards or requirements that someone believes should be met
Usage: often used in contexts of performance or behavior

Examples

• The company’s financial expectations were not met this quarter.
• Parents often have high expectations for their children’s academic performance.
• Her expectations about college life were quite different from reality.
• The new employee exceeded all expectations in his first month.
• We need to manage our expectations about the project timeline.
• The teacher clearly outlined her expectations for the assignment.
• His expectations were too high given the circumstances.