expectation
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“The expectation is that…the mare will acquire sprinter-like characteristics that she did not previously have, while maintaining her other exceptional traits,” said Gabriel Vichera, co-founder and chief scientific officer of Kheiron.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Since taking over as the clear title favourite he has claimed he "doesn't care" about the expectation.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
The company forecasts revenue between $396 million and $406 million for the fourth quarter, compared with Wall Steet’s $394.1 million expectation.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
This is an expectation of working in the city.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
At first she flinched, but there was an expectation in the creature’s eye, so she came forward again and opened her lips.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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"Diary of a Wimpy Kid" by Jeff Kinney
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