expecting

Example Sentences

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There is something quietly ironic about expecting municipal leaders to serve as democratic guardrails when we have collectively abdicated our own responsibility in even the simplest level of civic participation.

From Salon

Millions of people across the country are expecting a dangerous winter storm that will bring plummeting temperatures, rain, snow and perilous icy conditions.

From MarketWatch

The reduction has brought mortgage rates down too, with some analysts expecting further movement early in the year.

From BBC

Over 200 businesses statewide have closed for the day, with organizers expecting nearly 700 to shut down for their “economic blackout.”

From Salon

"The next minute, everyone was expecting it to be Nicola to go up and do the first dance," he said.

From BBC