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Collocation

exceed expectations

verb + noun (plural) verb + noun (plural)

Definition

to do better than people expected; to outperform what was anticipated

'exceed expectations' is a common English collocation. to do better than people expected; to outperform what was anticipated

Visual cue for exceed expectations

exceed + expectations

“The new product exceeded expectations in its first month of sales.”

Examples

  • The movie _____ expectations and got amazing reviews.
  • Our sales results _____ expectations this quarter.
  • If we want to _____ expectations, we need to improve customer support.
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  • Her performance has consistently _____ expectations since she joined the team.
  • The restaurant _____ expectations, especially the service.
  • With limited time and budget, the project still _____ expectations.
  • Their latest update is designed to _____ expectations for speed and reliability.
  • Despite the risks, the campaign _____ expectations in reach and engagement.
  • By focusing on the details, we can _____ expectations and retain more clients.