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Definition I should in American English

I should phrase

phrase
1

used for saying what you think/hope is true, when you have reasons for your opinion

Example

I should think that most of the people around here vote Republican.

Example

I should imagine that his parents are really upset.

Example

"Will Janet's boyfriend be at the wedding?" "Oh, I should think so."

Example

"Ken would never break his promise." "I should hope not."

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Definition I should  in American English