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lower expectations
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to reduce one's hopes or standards, often due to a realization that they are too high or unrealistic.

Meanings

to reduce one's hopes or standards, often due to a realization that they are too high or unrealistic.

After several failed attempts, she decided to lower her expectations about getting the job.

Synonyms

reduce expectationsdiminish hopesadjust standards

Antonyms

raise expectationsincrease hopes

to intentionally set a lower standard or goal to make it easier to achieve.

The team decided to lower expectations for the project to ensure they could meet the deadline.

Synonyms

set lower goalsease standards

Antonyms

set high goalsmaintain high standards

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:55