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I was supposed to receive vs I was supposed to received

The correct phrase is 'I was supposed to receive.' The verb 'receive' should be in the base form after 'to' in this context. 'Received' is the past participle form and is not correct in this sentence.

Last updated: April 01, 2024

I was supposed to receive

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express an expectation or obligation that something should have been received in the past.

Examples:

  • I was supposed to receive the package yesterday, but it didn't arrive.
  • She was supposed to receive a promotion, but it was given to someone else.
  • They were supposed to receive an email with the details, but it never came.
  • We were supposed to receive feedback on our project, but we haven't heard anything yet.
  • He was supposed to receive a call from the manager, but it never happened.

I was supposed to received

This phrase is incorrect in English.


Alternatives:

  • I was supposed to have received
  • I was supposed to get
  • I was supposed to obtain
  • I was supposed to be given
  • I was supposed to be provided

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