expectations
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As soon as the Dodgers traded for Skubal two months ago, he was delighted to receive a text message from a pitcher who wore the weight of expectations throughout his career.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The data “barely put a dent in Fed tightening expectations, perhaps because U.S. activity data continues to come in on the encouraging side,” ING global head of markets Chris Turner said in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
“I’ve grown to appreciate expectations from teammates, from fans, from organizations,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
Jefferson and Williams this week appeared to be tempering those expectations without ruling in or out any particular decision.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
“I have no idea. Nothing is what I think it should be. I decided it’s probably better if I keep my expectations low.”
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
