should

US /ʃʊd/
UK /ʃʊd/
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1.

used to indicate obligation, duty, or correctness, typically when criticizing someone's actions

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You should apologize for your behavior.
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We should respect our elders.
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ought tomusthave to
2.

used to indicate what is probable or expected

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It should be sunny tomorrow.
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The package should arrive by Friday.
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likelyprobablyexpected to
3.

used in polite requests or suggestions

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Should I open the window?
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You should try this new restaurant.