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expectation

[ek-spek-tey-shuhn] / ˌɛk spɛkˈteɪ ʃən /


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“Our expectation for a while has been that gold would struggle through June, but its macro setup for the second half of the year gets much more bullish,” said Armbruster.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Our target is to pay at least 75% of our cash available for distribution in the form of a dividend, and my expectation over time is to very much grow that dividend,” he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The company said its expectation for lower sales reflects lower net price realization, as well as a decline in sales volumes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Zverev assumed the mantle as title favourite - and, despite the burden of expectation, has managed to deliver at long last.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“Arrivederci, and farewell! But I will not say do svidaniya, because I have no expectation of seeing you later, or ever again.”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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