Quote by Samuel Alexander

An expectation is a future object, recognised as belonging to me.

An expectation is a future object, recognised as belonging t

Summary

This quote implies that an expectation refers to something that is anticipated or predicted to occur in the future. It is acknowledged as something that is associated with oneself. Essentially, it suggests that we recognize and claim ownership over the future outcomes or objects that we anticipate.

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