expectation

Example Sentences

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The usability consultant Steve Krug captured this expectation in a single phrase that became gospel for a generation of designers: “Don’t make me think.”

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

GM’s supplier contracts were struck with the expectation that GM would be building one million EVs a year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

It's also true that there is an expectation on Scotland now to be competitive in every game they play.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Morgan Stanley analysts recently wrote the stock could rise 30%, partly on the expectation of more data center deals.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

When Duane reached the point along the path that took him between the two snowy hills, his body tensed in expectation of invisible voices surrounding him again.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el