be to (EN)

phrase

phrase “be to”

1. indicates that something is scheduled or expected to happen in the future
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   The new museum is to open in the spring.
2. expresses instructions or commands
   All students are to remain seated until the bell rings.
3. indicates that something must happen in order for something else to be possible
   If she is to succeed, she must practice every day.