plural of expectative grace

plural of expected value

plural of disconfirmed expectancy

(Christianity) The period between Ascension Day and Whitsunday, during which the apostles continued praying in expectation of Christ.

The practice of expecting less from members of a disadvantaged group and thus implicitly encouraging those people not to reach their full potential.

due date; The date on which a pregnant woman is expected to give birth.

At a point in time at which an individual is least prepared or has not been anticipating a certain event.