The hosts would naturally be expected to house the monarch in style and provide sufficient accommodation for the travelling court.

Even though a host of companies are expected to report generally positive second-quarter earnings this week, some analysts question whether the recent run-up can continue.

The host is expected to be a more complex entity than the device.

A host of shops are expected to find it just too tough and throw in the towel in 2012.

Next year's host has not been chosen but is expected to be from the entertainment world.

In the northern regions, farmers work together on each other's farms and the host is expected to supply musicians for his neighbours.

"Now a host of wealthy Democrats are expected to fork over $100,000 or more every year."

This is also the time, however, when hosts are expected to show off their plumage with dazzling dishes.

The host was expected to make sure the needs of his guests were seen to.

In some countries, such as Japan and India, the host is expected to provide light slippers for all visitors.