expected

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The consumer-price index is expected to surpass a 4% annual rate in May when it’s released on Wednesday.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Many investors may be moving portfolios out of stocks that have risen strongly this year to free up cash for the SpaceX IPO expected this week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Platner is expected to defeat Maine's Democratic Governor Janet Mills, who remains on the ballot despite suspending her campaign, along with lesser-known candidate David Costello.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

At least one crew member is expected to climb inside a lander to test the hatches, life-support connections and the new Axiom spacesuits.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I’m not sure what I expected Dad to say.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller