What does the cryptic crossword clue "Single housing around university is exactly as expected (2,3)" mean?

The definition is "exactly as expected". The wordplay uses charade, container. ONCE (synonym of "Single") + U (synonym of "university") [container: "housing"]; definition: "exactly as expected" The answer is ON CUE.

Single housing around university is exactly as expected (2,3)

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