as in to expect
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
watch for all the latest news on this Web site
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This time around, fans can expect a career-spanning experience featuring hits from all 11 of his studio albums: Chris Brown, Exclusive, Graffiti, F.A.M.E., Fortune, X, Royalty, Heartbreak on a Full Moon, Indigo, Breezy, and his latest release, 11:11.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
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Wells Fargo expects the market volatility to continue through the first half of the year, but expects a moderate rebound through the second half.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2025
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Many major insurers cover its services, and nationwide coverage is anticipated by the end of the year.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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By Saturday evening as much as 10 to 12 inches of rain is anticipated across parts of the region.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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Four months later, as a rematch with No. 2 seed Connecticut awaits in the Elite Eight, Smith must shoulder more than ever in the wake of JuJu Watkins’ season-ending injury.—
Austin Knoblauch,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2025
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McClatchy News has reached out to an attorney representing Chowdhury and is awaiting a response.—
Mike Stunson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Watch (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch%20%28for%29. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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