A male partner of a pregnant woman (mother-to-be), especially when she is pregnant for the first time.

To act cruelly in order to achieve a positive outcome in the future.

plural of mother-to-be

plural of father-to-be

(idiomatic) Frankly, honestly.

Indicates disapproval of a situation.

(writing, television) Used at the end of an episode of a serial publication or program to indicate that the story continues in the next episode.

it is acceptable to break rules.

Destined to exist.

(transitive) To aim a weapon at a target. / (transitive, idiomatic) To apply; to employ something to achieve an intended effect.