expecting

Example Sentences

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High energy prices tend to drive up production costs, curbing economic activity, with analysts expecting the current "low-hire, low-fire" trend to continue.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Economists are expecting 4.4% unemployment, which would be steady from February.

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

I’m expecting Emma to shoot down the idea—Madi and Skye never liked my ideas for art projects or video games—but when I look at my new friend, her face is a cheesy smile.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller