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  • a piece of study advice
    You should revise regularly.
  • something you wish you hadn’t done
    I shouldn’t have forgotten my partner’s birthday.
  • something someone has suggested that would be better for you not to do
    My brother says I shouldn’t worry so much
  • the time you will likely get home today
    I should be home around five or so.
  • a custom people are obliged to follow in your country
    You should take your shoes off inside.
  • what someone needs to do if they want more information (formal)
    Please send an email should you require more information.
  • what would happen if the next class was cancelled (formal)
    Should the class be cancelled, I would still study.
  • what someone could do if there’s an emergency (formal)
    Should there be an emergency, leave the building and call the police.
  • something you’re obliged to do in class
    You should try to participate in all the activities.
  • a criticism of people who photograph others
    They shouldn’t take photos without asking!
  • what would happen if someone took a photo of you without asking (formal)
    Should someone take a photo of me, I wouldn’t object.
  • a criticism of society today
    We shouldn’t over-consume our planet’s resources.
  • something ideal to do if you’re late
    You should apologise and give an explanation.
  • something you wish you had done
    I should have played a team sport at school.
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