English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "we're supposed to" Mean?

Learn what "we're supposed to" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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of this and start a new life.

It means they are supposed to leave the current situation behind and begin again somewhere else.

From On One Condition, Episode 53

When do people say this?

Scene Context

They are talking about escaping their current situation and starting over.

Usage Scenario

Use this for dramatic plans to leave or restart life. It sounds emotional and is not a routine learner phrase.

Better ways to say it

1
We're supposed to escape all of this and start a new life.
2
We're supposed to start a new life.
3
We need to start over.

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