as in to expect
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
he was hoping for an A in English
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It is expected Arkansas (43-13) will be a top 8 overall seed for the tournament, which would also guarantee a home super regional if the Razorbacks win their regional.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025 -
In just 25 years, the nation is expected to experience an average of 45 to 85 high-tide flooding days a year.—
Elizabeth Weise,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Fans will be eagerly anticipating their next album, which is on the way.—
Adam Davidson,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2025
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Ahmed anticipates that the new Taylor Relaxed Barrel with drawstring details is destined to become an instant wardrobe staple this summer as well.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 May 2025
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Teves was seen in handcuffs being escorted by East Timor police officers to an awaiting Philippine air force plane.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 May 2025
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Savannah got emotional outside the federal prison in Pensacola awaiting her father's release earlier in the day.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
29 May 2025
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“Hope (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hope%20%28for%29. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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