expectant

Example Sentences

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Ammar al-Buhaisi, who lives in Deir al-Balah, is struggling to get enough food, let alone new clothes for his children -- and has been avoiding their expectant questions.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

In one, rugmakers patiently sit with their weavings—a calmly expectant snapshot that reflects on the final days the artist spent waiting for the birth of his child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Mollie Young, from Newport, will be the first expectant mum to receive a baby bundle on 2 Febuary, hand-delivered by Minister for Children and Social Care Dawn Bowden.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

However, Jen Dodds is the only returning member of the successful GB quintet in 2022, and Rebecca Morrison's 2026 rink will probably be hopeful rather than expectant of reaching this stage.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

He greeted Mrs. Devi with a happy, expectant smile.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan