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Idiom: Had Better

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See better (adverb)

How to pronounce "had better":

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Should; ought to; need to; must.

Example: "You had better finish that homework on time, if you want to get a good grade."

Example: "“Will we get it finished?” / “We had better.”"

Example: "The project had better get finished by the current deadline."

Example Sentences

1
You had better leave now if you want to catch the bus.
2
She had better study hard if she wants to pass the exam.
3
I had better save some money for unexpected expenses.
4
He had better apologize for what he said.
5
We had better hurry or we'll miss our flight.

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