expecting

Example Sentences

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Citi analysts still project that China’s economy will grow 5% this year, expecting little disruption from the Iran war and resilient exports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The persistence of this faith despite repeated evidence reminds me of the famous 1950s study of cult members who kept expecting UFOs to arrive.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

The decision follows the publication of a consultation on the subject, which from 2,000 responses with 63% of individuals and 79% of organisations expecting to be negatively impacted by the proposed phase-out.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

"It's really cool to have gone in this direction that I totally wasn't expecting," she said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“I wasn’t expecting anyone,” Mr. Feeney said in a tired voice.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott