expected

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"Even very strong El Niño events do not lead to the expected impact everywhere, but stronger events can more significantly tilt the odds in favour of expected outcomes."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

But the publication of its defence investment plan to plug a longer-term shortfall in investment was first expected back in late 2025 and has been pushed back -- to the frustration of industry and others.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Economists surveyed by The Wall Street Journal expected 220,000 new claims.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The Bank had been widely expected to cut interest rates twice in 2026, with the first drop predicted to come in March or April.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Part of me still expected to ram face-first into solid rock, and I closed my eyes in anticipation of impact.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin