| No | Pattern | Freq | Relations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | are [adj] to be | 1863 |
|
| 2 | are likely to be | 1150 |
|
| 3 | are unlikely to be | 204 |
|
| 4 | are supposed to be | 150 |
|
| 5 | are due to be | 62 |
|
| 6 | are liable to be | 42 |
|
| 7 | are entitled to be | 25 |
|
| 8 | are delighted to be | 22 |
|
| 9 | are apt to be | 19 |
|
| 10 | are sure to be | 15 |
|
| 11 | are certain to be | 15 |
|
| 12 | are ready to be | 13 |
|
| 13 | are right to be | 12 |
|
| 14 | are pleased to be | 12 |
|
| 15 | are willing to be | 10 |
|
| 16 | are prepared to be | 9 |
|
| 17 | are able to be | 9 |
|
| 18 | are inclined to be | 8 |
|
| 19 | are proud to be | 8 |
|
| 20 | are glad to be | 7 |
|
| 21 | are fortunate to be | 7 |
|
| 22 | are happy to be | 6 |
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