What is another word for be to?

Pronunciation: [biː tˈuː] (IPA)

The phrase "be to" is often used to indicate an event or action that is scheduled to happen in the future. In such cases, synonyms for "be to" include "will", "shall", "is scheduled to", "is planned to", "is slated to", "is expected to", and "is intended to". However, depending on the context, "be to" can also mean "to be obligated to" or "to be supposed to". In such cases, alternatives for the phrase include "must", "have to", "should", "ought to", and "need to". Using varied synonyms for "be to" can help to add diversity to the language and make the writing more engaging.

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Famous quotes with Be to

  • There is danger from all men. The only maxim of a free government ought to be to trust no man living with power to endanger the public liberty.
    John Adams
  • What fun it would be to be poor, as long as one was excessively poor! Anything in excess is most exhilarating.
    Jean Anouilh
  • My own view would be to let Saddam bluster, let him rant and rave all he wants. As long as he behaves himself within his own borders, we should not be addressing any attack or resources against him.
    Dick Armey
  • Whatever man uses without the fear of God, whatever he applies to the mere gratifying of his flesh, cannot fail to operate as a poison to the soul, however pleasant and salutary it may appear to be to the body.
    Johann Arndt
  • Next to religion, let your care be to promote justice.
    Francis Bacon

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