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GrammarJLPT N1

just as expected

Expression

Definitions

1. just as expected

This expression means "just as expected" or "sure enough," and is used when an outcome matches what someone had predicted or feared. It often carries a slightly resigned or unsurprised tone and is placed at the beginning of a sentence or clause.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I went running in new shoes and, sure enough, got blisters!

Sentence 2

I went in with low expectations, and sure enough, the movie was boring.

Sentence 3

After the new employee training, sure enough, a flood of questions came in.

Sentence 4

After launching the new system, sure enough, inquiries came pouring in.

Sentence 5

We cut the budget, and sure enough, quality issues followed.