Ought in a sentence

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Synonym: should, must.

Meaning: Used to indicate duty or correctness; should.


Ought in a sentence

(1) We ought not to waste food.

(2) You ought to read every day.

(3) We ought to be good citizens.

(4) He ought to be more punctual.

(5) We ought to be kind to others.

(6) We ought to be good listeners.

(7) We ought to eat healthy foods.

(8) He ought to be more organized.

(9) We ought to be kind to animals.

(10) We ought to exercise regularly.



Ought sentence

(11) We ought to help those in need.

(12) You ought to be kind to others.

(13) We ought to respect our elders.

(14) You ought to study for the exam.

(15) She ought not to skip breakfast.

(16) You ought to eat your vegetables.

(17) You ought to be polite to others.

(18) She ought to be more responsible.

(19) You ought to be more open-minded.

(20) You ought to study for your exam.




Ought make sentence

(21) You ought to study for your tests.

(22) We ought to be generous to others.

(23) You ought to be careful with fire.

(24) They ought to clean up their mess.

(25) They ought to be more open-minded.

(26) You ought to love trying new foods.

(27) We ought to be forgiving of others.

(28) We ought to be patient with others.

(29) We ought to be kind to one another.

(30) She ought not to neglect her health.



Sentence of ought

(31) You ought to listen to your parents.

(32) We ought to be friendly to everyone.

(33) You ought to be patient with others.

(34) She ought to take a break and relax.

(35) I ought not to eat so much junk food.

(36) You ought not to speak ill of others.

(37) We ought to be inclusive of everyone.

(38) We ought to clean up after ourselves.

(39) We ought to exercise to stay healthy.

(40) You ought to be honest with yourself.




Ought meaningful sentence

(41) They ought not to rely solely on luck.

(42) We ought not to let fear hold us back.

(43) You ought to say please and thank you.

(44) We ought to be honest with each other.

(45) You ought to be safe and follow rules.

(46) You ought to be confident in yourself.

(47) I ought to call my parents more often.

(48) He ought not to forget his anniversary.

(49) The results ought to be announced soon.

(50) I ought to forgive him for his mistake.



Ought sentence examples

(51) We ought to be patient with each other.

(52) We ought to share our toys with others.

(53) You ought to be friendly to new people.

(54) We ought to be honest with our friends.

(55) We ought to be cooperative with others.

(56) He ought to apologize for his behavior.

(57) We ought to be humble and not boastful.

(58) You ought not to give up on your dreams.

(59) He ought not to skip leg day at the gym.

(60) I think it ought to be done by tomorrow.



Sentence with ought

(61) You ought not to plagiarize your papers.

(62) We ought to recycle our plastic bottles.

(63) We ought to be respectful to our elders.

(64) We ought to be helpful to those in need.

(65) You ought to be humble and not boastful.

(66) We ought to be open-minded to new ideas.

(67) He ought to be brave and face his fears.

(68) We ought to be supportive of each other.

(69) You ought to save money for your future.

(70) We ought not to ignore the warning signs.




Use ought in a sentence

(71) You ought not to take things for granted.

(72) You ought not to forget to lock the door.

(73) Children ought not to hear foul language.

(74) I ought to have started my paper earlier.

(75) We ought to be grateful for what we have.

(76) You ought to share your toys with others.

(77) We ought to be environmentally conscious.

(78) You ought to be honest with your friends.

(79) You ought to be brave and try new things.

(80) We ought to be good sports and play fair.



Sentence using ought

(81) We ought to be aware of our surroundings.

(82) We ought to be curious and ask questions.

(83) You ought to be creative when making art.

(84) You ought to apologize for what you said.

(85) We ought to be empathetic towards others.

(86) He ought to be honest and tell the truth.

(87) We ought to be more mindful of our words.

(88) You ought to be more forgiving of others.

(89) You ought to wear a coat in this weather.

(90) I ought to exercise more to stay healthy.



Ought example sentence

(91) She ought not to skip her annual check-up.

(92) The package ought to be shipped out today.

(93) They ought to have attended more lectures.

(94) You ought to love your family and friends.

(95) You ought to brush your teeth twice a day.

(96) You ought to be curious and ask questions.

(97) You ought to be safe when playing outside.

(98) We ought to clean our room before we play.

(99) We ought to be respectful to our teachers.

(100) We ought to be responsible with our money.



Sentence with word ought

(101) We ought to listen to our parents' advice.

(102) You ought to study for your upcoming test.

(103) You ought to be respectful to the elderly.

(104) We ought to be thankful for our blessings.

(105) They ought to be more inclusive of others.

(106) She ought to be more confident in herself.

(107) You ought to study for your upcoming exam.

(108) She ought to be more creative in her work.

(109) We ought to plan a study session together.

(110) I ought to save more money for the future.



Sentence of ought

(111) We ought to be remorseful for our behavior.

(112) We ought to forgive each other and move on.

(113) One ought not to trust politicians blindly.

(114) We ought to be responsible for our actions.

(115) You ought to ask for help when you need it.

(116) You ought to be careful with sharp objects.

(117) You ought to be aware of your surroundings.

(118) We ought to be good role models for others.

(119) We ought to be careful with our belongings.

(120) You ought to be brave in facing challenges.



Ought used in a sentence

(121) We ought to be good sportsmanship in games.

(122) We ought to be optimistic about the future.

(123) They ought to be curious and ask questions.

(124) We ought to conserve water and electricity.

(125) We ought to be more mindful of our actions.

(126) You ought to be more patient with yourself.

(127) They ought to be more careful when driving.

(128) We ought to be more patient with ourselves.

(129) They ought to be more responsible citizens.

(130) She ought to try new things and take risks.



Ought sentence in English

(131) I ought to be more productive with my time.

(132) He ought not to make promises he can't keep.

(133) It ought to be a beautiful day for a picnic.

(134) The package ought to be delivered by Friday.

(135) He ought to give his old clothes to charity.

(136) You ought not to see the horror movie alone.

(137) He ought not to have skipped his final exam.

(138) You ought to be responsible with your money.

(139) We ought to recycle to help the environment.

(140) You ought to be respectful to your teachers.

(141) You ought to be responsible with technology.

(142) You ought to be punctual and arrive on time.

(143) We ought to be helpful to those who need it.

(144) He ought to apologize for his rude behavior.

(145) We ought to be on time for our appointments.

(146) He ought to be disciplined and follow rules.

(147) She ought to be loving and kind to everyone.

(148) You ought to listen to your parents' advice.

(149) We ought to respect other people's opinions.

(150) We ought to be more understanding of others.

(151) We ought to be more cooperative with others.

(152) I ought to go to the gym, but I'm too tired.

(153) We ought not to waste water during a drought.

(154) They ought not to ignore the signs of stress.

(155) He ought to understand the rules of the game.

(156) You ought to give credit where credit is due.

(157) He ought to give his car a good wash and wax.

(158) We ought to go to the park and have a picnic.

(159) She ought to have done her laundry yesterday.

(160) She ought not to have cheated on her partner.

(161) You ought to be patient when waiting in line.

(162) You ought to be brave when trying new things.

(163) We ought to be active and exercise regularly.

(164) You ought to be brave when facing challenges.

(165) We ought to be fair when sharing with others.

(166) You ought to be respectful of other cultures.

(167) You ought to be persistent and never give up.

(168) We ought to be organized with our belongings.

(169) You ought to be creative in solving problems.

(170) They ought to be grateful for what they have.

(171) He ought to be more respectful towards women.

(172) She ought to be more organized with her work.

(173) You ought to be more careful with your words.

(174) You ought to be more respectful of authority.

(175) You ought to be more ambitious in your goals.

(176) They ought to be more honest with themselves.

(177) You ought to be more curious about the world.

(178) You ought to be responsible for your actions.

(179) We ought to be proactive in solving problems.

(180) It ought not to rain during our outdoor event.

(181) The car ought to be ready for pick-up by noon.

(182) The book ought to be available at the library.

(183) We ought to forgive those who have wronged us.

(184) We ought to go to the mountains and go hiking.

(185) We ought to be good sports when playing games.

(186) You ought to wear a helmet when riding a bike.

(187) We ought to be generous and share with others.

(188) You ought to be careful when using technology.

(189) You ought to be proud of your accomplishments.

(190) You ought to be respectful of your classmates.

(191) We ought to be good citizens in our community.

(192) You ought to clean your room before going out.

(193) You ought to be on time for your appointments.

(194) We ought to be forgiving to those who hurt us.

(195) You ought to be active and exercise regularly.

(196) They ought to be persistent and never give up.

(197) They ought to listen to their parents' advice.

(198) He ought to be more patient with his siblings.

(199) We ought to be more supportive of our friends.

(200) He ought to be more empathetic towards others.

(201) You ought to be more organized with your time.

(202) We ought to be more environmentally conscious.

(203) We ought to be more aware of our surroundings.

(204) You ought to be creative in finding solutions.

(205) He ought to listen to other people's opinions.

(206) They ought not to underestimate their opponent.

(207) He ought not to skip his doctor's appointments.

(208) You ought to understand the value of education.

(209) She ought to forgive herself for past mistakes.

(210) She ought to give her friend a sincere apology.

(211) She ought to go to the salon and get a haircut.

(212) We ought to go to the theater and watch a play.

(213) Deontic norms prescribe how we ought to behave.

(214) She ought not to make excuses for her mistakes.

(215) Students ought not to skip reading assignments.

(216) You ought to have studied harder for that exam.

(217) You ought to be organized with your schoolwork.

(218) You ought to be polite when speaking to others.

(219) We ought to be forgiving and let go of grudges.

(220) You ought to be open-minded and try new things.

(221) You ought to be generous and share with others.

(222) She ought to be adventurous and try new things.

(223) He ought to be more responsible with his money.

(224) We ought to exercise regularly to stay healthy.

(225) They ought to be more mindful of their actions.

(226) He ought to be more respectful to his teachers.

(227) She ought to be more patient with her siblings.

(228) He ought to be more assertive in his decisions.

(229) He ought to be more humble in his achievements.

(230) He ought to be more confident in his abilities.

(231) She ought to be more patient with her children.

(232) We ought to exercise regularly for good health.

(233) They ought to be more supportive of each other.

(234) We ought to be more grateful for our blessings.

(235) You ought to be punctual for your appointments.

(236) We ought to be ethical and uphold moral values.

(237) You ought to be authentic and true to yourself.

(238) We ought to be inclusive and embrace diversity.

(239) You ought to be adventurous and try new things.

(240) They ought to be more open-minded to new ideas.

(241) We ought to be remorseful for our insensitivity.

(242) They ought not to drive without a valid license.

(243) It ought not to take long to complete this task.

(244) It ought not to be difficult to find a solution.

(245) The repairs ought to be finished by the weekend.

(246) The meeting ought to be scheduled for next week.

(247) They ought to understand the value of hard work.

(248) He ought to give his parents a call to check in.

(249) We ought to give our friends a call to catch up.

(250) They ought to go to the zoo and see the animals.

(251) You ought to have done your dishes after dinner.

(252) We ought to respect our elders and their wisdom.

(253) Healthcare ought not to be a luxury for the few.

(254) We ought to be patient when learning new things.

(255) We ought to be careful when crossing the street.

(256) We ought to be creative and use our imagination.

(257) You ought to be brave in the face of challenges.

(258) We ought to be good stewards of the environment.

(259) You ought to exercise regularly for good health.

(260) She ought to wear a helmet when riding her bike.

(261) They ought to be generous and share with others.

(262) He ought to be creative and use his imagination.

(263) You ought to be honest with yourself and others.

(264) They ought to be more respectful towards nature.

(265) They ought to be more environmentally conscious.

(266) She ought to be more assertive in her decisions.

(267) They ought to be more empathetic towards others.

(268) We ought to be more responsible for our actions.

(269) You ought to be more disciplined in your habits.

(270) She ought to be more adventurous in her travels.

(271) We ought to be more optimistic about the future.

(272) You ought to apologize for what you said to her.

(273) We ought to be open-minded and willing to learn.

(274) You ought to be independent and self-sufficient.

(275) We ought to be flexible and adaptable to change.

(276) You ought to be forgiving and let go of grudges.

(277) You ought to be reliable and keep your promises.

(278) We ought to be mindful of our words and actions.

(279) You ought to be more careful with your spending.

(280) He ought not to procrastinate on his assignments.

(281) The report ought to be submitted by the deadline.

(282) We ought to forgive ourselves for our self-doubt.

(283) He ought not to have skipped his morning workout.

(284) I ought not to forgive him for breaking my heart.

(285) We ought to have taken better notes during class.

(286) You ought to wear a helmet when riding your bike.

(287) You ought to wear sunscreen when playing outside.

(288) You ought to be careful when crossing the street.

(289) You ought to be open-minded and willing to learn.

(290) We ought to be patient with ourselves and others.

(291) You ought to be generous and share what you have.

(292) We ought to be creative and use our imaginations.

(293) You ought to eat your vegetables for good health.

(294) They ought to be more respectful to their elders.

(295) They ought to be responsible and do their chores.

(296) They ought to be forgiving and let go of grudges.

(297) She ought to be confident and believe in herself.

(298) He ought to be more disciplined with his studies.

(299) You ought to be more disciplined in your studies.

(300) You ought to be more responsible with your money.

(301) You ought to be more confident in your abilities.

(302) We ought to be respectful of nature and wildlife.

(303) We ought to clean the house before guests arrive.

(304) We ought to recycle more to help the environment.

(305) She ought to be more organized with her schedule.

(306) We ought to be remorseful for our thoughtlessness.

(307) She ought not to stay up so late on school nights.

(308) We ought not to judge others based on appearances.

(309) It ought to understand the needs of its customers.

(310) It ought to understand the needs of its employees.

(311) People ought to appreciate the value of hard work.

(312) People ought not to be judged by their appearance.

(313) Love ought not to be restricted by societal norms.

(314) He ought not to make jokes about sensitive topics.

(315) Students ought not to neglect their mental health.

(316) You ought to use your manners at the dinner table.

(317) You ought to be creative and use your imagination.

(318) We ought to be good citizens and follow the rules.

(319) You ought to be careful with fire and hot objects.

(320) She ought to practice her piano lessons every day.

(321) He ought to be more punctual for his appointments.

(322) They ought to be more responsible with their pets.

(323) They ought to be more aware of their surroundings.

(324) You ought to be more respectful of other cultures.

(325) You ought to be persistent in pursuing your goals.

(326) You ought to be curious and always seek knowledge.

(327) You ought to practice good time management skills.

(328) We ought to form a study group for the final exam.

(329) They ought to be more patient with their children.

(330) You ought to be careful when driving on icy roads.

(331) She ought not to skip her morning exercise routine.

(332) It ought not to be too hard to find a parking spot.

(333) The cake ought to be ready to eat in about an hour.

(334) They ought to understand the benefits of recycling.

(335) You ought to give this recipe a go; it's delicious.

(336) You ought to see the new exhibit at the art museum.

(337) College students ought to love learning new things.

(338) Students ought to love exploring new opportunities.

(339) We ought to clean up our room before we go outside.

(340) We ought to be open-minded and accepting of others.

(341) We ought to be thankful for our friends and family.

(342) We ought to be responsible with our technology use.

(343) You ought to read books to improve your vocabulary.

(344) You ought to be curious about the world around you.

(345) You ought to be persistent in achieving your goals.

(346) We ought to clean up the classroom before we leave.

(347) She ought to be organized and keep her things tidy.

(348) She ought to be more organized with her schoolwork.

(349) They ought to be more grateful for their education.

(350) They ought to be honest with themselves and others.

(351) We ought to be more tolerant of different cultures.

(352) They ought to be more proactive in their community.

(353) We ought to be more tolerant of different opinions.

(354) You ought to be creative and think outside the box.

(355) It ought not to be too difficult to find a solution.

(356) This problem ought to be solved as soon as possible.

(357) The product ought to be back in stock by next month.

(358) She ought to understand the requirements of the job.

(359) They ought to understand the importance of teamwork.

(360) We ought to forgive ourselves for our past mistakes.

(361) She ought to give her dog a bath; it's been a while.

(362) They ought to give their team members more autonomy.

(363) He ought to give his computer a thorough virus scan.

(364) I ought to have done my homework before watching TV.

(365) You ought to believe in yourself and your abilities.

(366) The environment ought not to be polluted for profit.

(367) We ought not to do anything that could harm animals.

(368) You ought not to make promises that you cannot keep.

(369) He ought not to forgive her for betraying his trust.

(370) You ought to stay disciplined to succeed in college.

(371) We ought to be generous with our time and resources.

(372) You ought to be careful with your words and actions.

(373) She ought to be patient when learning something new.

(374) She ought to be more creative with her art projects.

(375) You ought to be more adventurous and try new things.

(376) They ought to be more cooperative in group projects.

(377) She ought to be more organized in managing her time.

(378) You ought to be more punctual for your appointments.

(379) They ought to be more proactive in solving problems.

(380) We ought to be more mindful of our carbon footprint.

(381) We ought to be supportive of our friends and family.

(382) You ought to be ambitious and strive for excellence.

(383) We ought to be visionary and think about the future.

(384) We ought to start working on our group project soon.

(385) They ought not to ignore the importance of education.

(386) The problem ought to be fixed with a software update.

(387) The event ought to be a success with proper planning.

(388) You ought to understand the impact of climate change.

(389) We ought to give our best effort in everything we do.

(390) He ought to give his sister a hand with her homework.

(391) They ought to go to the beach and relax by the ocean.

(392) He ought to have done his work before taking a break.

(393) You ought to apologize for being late to the meeting.

(394) They ought to believe in the importance of education.

(395) The government ought not to be corrupt and dishonest.

(396) You ought not to make a big deal out of small issues.

(397) You ought not to stay out too late on a school night.

(398) You ought to stay persistent in pursuing your dreams.

(399) We ought to turn off the lights when we leave a room.

(400) You ought to be brave and stand up for what is right.

(401) You ought to be thankful for your family and friends.

(402) We ought to be respectful of other people's opinions.

(403) We ought to be cooperative and work well with others.

(404) We ought to be thankful for our families and friends.

(405) She ought to be independent and do things on her own.

(406) You ought to be grateful for your family and friends.

(407) You ought to be disciplined in your studies and work.

(408) You ought to be decisive and make informed decisions.

(409) We ought to form a study group for the upcoming exam.

(410) You ought to read the assigned readings before class.

(411) She ought to read more books to expand her knowledge.

(412) We ought to volunteer our time to help those in need.

(413) He ought to be more assertive in his decision-making.

(414) The problem ought to be resolved by the IT department.

(415) She ought to forgive her ex-boyfriend for hurting her.

(416) She ought to forgive her boss for his harsh criticism.

(417) She ought to give herself a break and take a vacation.

(418) They ought to go to the gym and work on their fitness.

(419) She ought to go to the gym and attend a fitness class.

(420) We ought to appreciate the beauty of nature around us.

(421) We ought to believe in the power of positive thinking.

(422) Education ought not to be a privilege for the wealthy.

(423) You ought not to do anything that could break the law.

(424) If you're feeling sick, you ought not to stay at work.

(425) He ought not to stay up all night playing video games.

(426) You ought not to stay in a job that makes you unhappy.

(427) You ought not to stay in a hotel that has bad reviews.

(428) I ought not to have eaten that entire pizza by myself.

(429) You ought not to forget to cite your sources properly.

(430) You ought to brush your teeth every morning and night.

(431) We ought to be forgiving when someone makes a mistake.

(432) We ought to be good listeners when someone is talking.

(433) She ought to be more responsible with her phone usage.

(434) They ought to be more responsible with their finances.

(435) She ought to be more adventurous in trying new things.

(436) You ought to be more respectful towards your teachers.

(437) She ought to be more ambitious in pursuing her dreams.

(438) You ought to study for your exams if you want to pass.

(439) You ought to be more careful when crossing the street.

(440) You ought to be aware of your surroundings for safety.

(441) We ought to be grateful for the opportunities we have.

(442) We ought to be adaptable and able to adjust to change.

(443) I think you ought to take a break and relax for a bit.

(444) You ought to attend the guest speaker event on campus.

(445) He ought to be more understanding of others' feelings.

(446) They ought to be honest in their dealings with others.

(447) We ought to be grateful for the little things in life.

(448) You ought to eat healthy food, and you'll feel better.

(449) I ought to learn a new skill, and broaden my horizons.

(450) We ought to understand the consequences of our actions.

(451) He ought to forgive his friend for betraying his trust.

(452) We ought to forgive our enemies and show them kindness.

(453) She ought to forgive her husband for his forgetfulness.

(454) We ought to give back to our community by volunteering.

(455) We ought to give our pets regular check-ups at the vet.

(456) You ought to go to the theater and watch the new movie.

(457) She ought to go to the bakery and buy some fresh bread.

(458) They ought to have done their grocery shopping earlier.

(459) If you hurt someone's feelings, you ought to apologize.

(460) You ought to apologize for not showing up to the party.

(461) People ought to appreciate the importance of education.

(462) They ought not to make comparisons between individuals.

(463) He ought not to make comments that could offend others.

(464) One ought not to believe in stereotypes and prejudices.

(465) Sometimes, you ought not to apologize for being honest.

(466) If you're a fan of musicals, you ought to see Hamilton.

(467) He ought to have reviewed the material more frequently.

(468) She ought to have organized her notes more efficiently.

(469) You ought to stay organized to avoid missing deadlines.

(470) You ought to be proud of yourself for trying your best.

(471) We ought to be responsible for taking care of our pets.

(472) You ought to be grateful for the little things in life.

(473) You ought to be forgiving when someone makes a mistake.

(474) She ought to be more understanding of others' feelings.

(475) We ought to be generous and give back to our community.

(476) We ought to be grateful for the blessings in our lives.

(477) I think you ought to consider joining a club on campus.

(478) We ought to collaborate on a research project together.

(479) You ought to study hard for your exams, or you'll fail.

(480) The auxiliary 'ought to' is used to express obligation.

(481) The weather ought to be perfect for a hike this weekend.

(482) The problem ought to be resolved with a simple solution.

(483) The document ought to be signed by all parties involved.

(484) I ought to understand the importance of time management.

(485) He ought to understand the basics of financial planning.

(486) The employees ought to understand the company's mission.

(487) You ought to understand the importance of setting goals.

(488) They ought to forgive themselves for their past actions.

(489) She ought to go to bed early tonight to get enough rest.

(490) They ought to go to the museum and explore the exhibits.

(491) He ought to go to the dentist and get his teeth cleaned.

(492) People ought to appreciate the simple pleasures in life.

(493) Children ought not to see violent content on television.

(494) It ought to be believed that honesty is the best policy.

(495) You ought not to do drugs, as they can harm your health.

(496) People ought not to believe in fake news and propaganda.

(497) You ought not to apologize for standing up for yourself.

(498) You ought not to underestimate the value of internships.

(499) College students ought to know how to prepare for exams.

(500) College students ought to stay focused on their studies.

(501) Students ought to stay motivated to achieve their goals.

(502) You ought to be respectful of other people's belongings.

(503) We ought to be respectful of other cultures and beliefs.

(504) We ought to be more understanding of different cultures.

(505) We ought to be more compassionate towards those in need.

(506) We ought to be aware of the consequences of our choices.

(507) You ought to be patient when things don't go as planned.

(508) You ought to be curious and ask questions to learn more.

(509) You ought to exercise regularly to maintain good health.

(510) You ought to be resilient and bounce back from setbacks.

(511) She ought to take a break from work, or she'll burn out.

(512) The project ought to be completed by the end of the week.

(513) The issue ought to be addressed in the next team meeting.

(514) The package ought to be delivered to the correct address.

(515) He ought to forgive his sister for her thoughtless words.

(516) They ought to forgive their classmates for their teasing.

(517) You ought to give your body the rest it needs to recover.

(518) She ought to give her hair a trim; it's getting too long.

(519) You ought to go to the beach and enjoy the sunny weather.

(520) You ought not to see your ex-partner after a bad breakup.

(521) You ought not to love someone who constantly lies to you.

(522) You ought not to love someone who doesn't make you happy.

(523) We ought not to make assumptions without proper evidence.

(524) He ought not to forgive his boss for unfairly firing him.

(525) He ought to have cited his sources properly in the paper.

(526) We ought to have collaborated more effectively as a team.

(527) You ought to love taking breaks and practicing self-care.

(528) You ought to stay focused on your long-term career goals.

(529) We ought to be more supportive of our friends and family.

(530) You ought to be confident in yourself and your abilities.

(531) You ought to be more careful when driving on the highway.

(532) We ought to schedule a meeting with our academic advisor.

(533) You ought to be open to new experiences and perspectives.

(534) The decision ought to be made after careful consideration.

(535) You ought to understand the implications of your decision.

(536) They ought to give more attention to detail in their work.

(537) We ought to go to the grocery store and pick up some milk.

(538) She ought to try yoga to help her relax and reduce stress.

(539) We ought not to admire those who lie to get ahead in life.

(540) You ought not to come to the party if you're feeling sick.

(541) You ought not to have eaten that entire pizza by yourself.

(542) She ought not to have ignored her friend's calls for help.

(543) Patients in a hospital ward ought not to hear loud noises.

(544) You ought to see the campus library's special collections.

(545) If you're struggling in a class, you ought to see a tutor.

(546) You ought to hear the guest speaker at the upcoming event.

(547) We ought to be empathetic and understand others' feelings.

(548) We ought to be careful with our words and not hurt others.

(549) He ought to be empathetic and understand others' feelings.

(550) We ought to be tolerant of different beliefs and opinions.



Ought meaning


Ought is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts to express obligation, duty, or moral responsibility. Here are some tips on how to effectively use this word or phrase in a sentence:


1. Expressing Moral Obligation: - "We ought to help those in need." (Here, ought is used to convey a moral duty or responsibility to assist others.) - "He ought to apologize for his behavior." (In this sentence, ought emphasizes the moral obligation to say sorry.)


2. Giving Advice or Recommendations: - "You ought to study harder if you want to pass the exam." (Ought is employed to provide advice or suggest a course of action.) - "She ought to consider taking a break to avoid burnout." (In this example, ought is used to recommend a necessary action.)


3. Expressing Probability or Likelihood: - "It ought to rain later today." (Here, ought is used to express the probability or likelihood of rain occurring.) - "The team's hard work ought to result in success." (In this sentence, ought emphasizes the expected outcome based on the team's efforts.)


4. Conveying Expectations: - "You ought to be on time for the meeting." (Ought is used to express an expectation or requirement.) - "They ought to follow the rules and regulations." (In this example, ought emphasizes the expectation of adhering to established guidelines.)


5. Expressing Regret or Disappointment: - "I ought to have listened to your advice." (Here, ought is used to express regret or disappointment for not following advice.) - "He ought to have been more careful with his words." (In this sentence, ought conveys disappointment for not exercising caution.)


6. Making Comparisons: - "She ought to be more patient, just like her sister." (Ought is used to compare someone's behavior or qualities to another person's.) - "He ought to work harder, similar to his colleagues." (In this example, ought is employed to compare someone's work ethic to that of their peers.)


7. Expressing Necessity: - "You ought to wear a helmet while riding a bike." (Ought is used to emphasize the necessity or requirement of wearing protective gear.) - "We ought to prioritize our health and well-being." (In this sentence, ought conveys the importance of prioritizing personal health.) Remember, when using "ought" in a sentence, it is essential to consider the context and intended meaning. Additionally, it is crucial to use proper grammar and sentence structure to ensure clarity and effective communication.





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