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Definition 1:
used to say or suggest that something is the proper, reasonable, or best thing to do .
Examples:
You should [=ought to] get some rest.
They should be punished.
We should leave a few minutes early to make sure we get there on time.
Maybe you should consider finding a new job.
I should emphasize that these numbers are only estimates.
My friends say that I should quit the team.
What time should we meet? [=what is the best time for us to meet?; what time do you want to meet?]
Patients should inform the receptionist upon their arrival.
Definition 2:
used with have to say that something was the proper, reasonable, or best thing to do but was not done .
Examples:
You should have been more careful.
She shouldn’t have spoken to him so rudely.
What should I have done?
Should I not have gone? [=was it wrong for me to go?]
I should have known that he would be late. [=I didn’t know that he would be late, but it would have been reasonable for me to expect it because he is often late]
Definition 3:
used with have to say that you wish someone had seen, heard, or experienced something .
Examples:
You should have seen her face [=I wish that you had seen her face] when she opened the present.
It was so funny. You should have been there.
Definition 4:
used to ask for someone’s opinion .
Examples:
Should [=(more formally) shall] I turn the music down?
What should we have for lunch?
Definition 5:
used to say that something is expected or correct .
Examples:
Everyone should [=ought to] have a copy of the handout.
There should be four place settings at the table, not six.
“He feels very sorry about what happened.” “Well, he should!”
You should be ashamed of yourself, behaving so rudely to our guests!
They should be here by now. = They should have arrived by now. [=I expected them to be here by now]
Definition 6:
used when saying that you feel a specified way about someone’s words or behavior .
Examples:
I’m surprised that he should intentionally be so rude to you.
It’s strange (that) you should say that.
Funny you should mention it. [=I think it’s odd/strange that you mentioned it] I’ve been thinking the same thing.
Definition 7:
used to emphasize what you believe, think, hope, etc. .
Examples:
I should imagine it won’t take more than two hours to drive there. [=I am fairly certain that it won’t take more than two hours]
I should think not. [=I really don’t think so]
I should hope that she would apologize. [=I expect her to apologize]
“She apologized for her rude behavior.” “Well, I should hope so!”
Definition 8:
used with have in negative statements as a polite way of thanking someone for doing something .
Examples:
You really should not have gone to all that trouble on my account—but I’m glad you did!
Flowers for me? You shouldn’t have.
Definition 9:
used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true usually used with if .
Examples:
Should [=if] you change your mind, please let us know.
I will feel very guilty should anything go wrong. [=if anything goes wrong]
I will feel very guilty if anything should [=were to] go wrong.
If he should call [=if he calls], tell him I’m not home.
If you should see them [=if you see them], say hello for me.
Definition 10:
used to say that you would do or feel something if something specified happened only used after I or we .
Examples:
If my husband treated me like that, I should [=would] divorce him.
I should be surprised if many people go to the fair on such a rainy day.
I should not be surprised if no one goes.
I shouldn’t [=wouldn’t] be surprised at all.
Definition 11:
used when giving someone advice only used after I or we .
Examples:
I should [=would] see a doctor if I were you.
Definition 12:
used to say that you want to do or want to have something only used after I or we .
Examples:
“They really need some help.” “Well, I should be glad to help them.”
I should like to call my lawyer.
“Would you care for a drink?” “I should like one very much.”
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