supposed to

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“Supposed to” is very similar to “should”, as both express expectation or obligation. However, there’s a slight nuance:

1. “Should” is more direct and implies a recommendation, obligation, or strong expectation.

Example: “You should clean your room.” (It’s expected and strongly advised.)

2. “Supposed to” implies an expectation based on rules, norms, or what is generally agreed upon.

Example: “You’re supposed to clean your room.” (This is what’s expected, based on some rule or understanding.)

In the sentence: “a security review that is supposed to be left to experts”

It means that the review is expected or intended to be handled by experts, but this may not necessarily be happening. There’s an implication that this expectation may have been violated.