Passive Reporting Verbs:
is believed to – “iz buh-LEEVd too” – people think something
Example: He is believed to be missing.

is expected to – “iz ex-PEK-tid too” – something likely
Example: Sales are expected to rise.

is reported to – “iz re-PORT-id too” – news has said
Example: The storm is reported to be severe.

is known to – “iz NOHN too” – fact about someone
Example: She is known to work hard.

is said to – “iz SED too” – people say
Example: He is said to be very talented.

Formal Passive Expressions:
is required to – must do something
is permitted to – allowed to
is prohibited from – not allowed
is allowed to – permitted